100 Days In Founder Tapped to Participate in the Global Creative Economy Convergence Summit July 27, 2009 - Founder of 100 DAYS IN, Kesi Stribling, has been tapped to participate in the 2009 Global Creative Economy Convergence Summit in Philadelphia. The event, which will be held in October, will draw thousands globally to discuss issues that impact the economy, entrepreneurship, the workforce, sustainability, and innovative technology. [Read more]
Treasury Secretary, Tim Geithner, Announces $90 Million in Funds for Community Development Economic Financial Institutions June 29, 2009 - Secretary Geithner Makes Announcement at Bronx Community Center
NEW YORK - As part of the Obama Administration’s continued investment in economic development in communities around the country through the Recovery Act, Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner today announced $90 million in financial assistance awards for 59 Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) in 26 states and Puerto Rico dedicated to helping communities hard hit by the economic crisis. These awards will support new economic recovery projects in some of our nation’s most vulnerable communities at a time when they are facing many financial challenges.
“The Recovery Act is playing a critical role in restoring economic growth and strengthening our nation’s financial stability by developing and investing in local communities,” said Secretary Geithner. “The Recovery Act awards announced today build on the Administration’s efforts to get lenders lending again – these awards will help generate capital for small businesses, mortgage loans for homebuyers, and funding for affordable housing projects and other facilities in communities across the country.” [Read more]
President Obama Launches Office of Public Engagement May 11, 2009 - President Barack Obama Launches the Office of Public Engagement
WASHINGTON - President Obama today announced a new name and a new mission for the White House office charged with dealing most closely with the American people. The Office of Public Liaison is now the Office of Public Engagement. OPE, along with the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs, will serve as the front door to the White House through which ordinary Americans can participate and inform the work of the President. [Read more]
100 Days In Call to Action Draws 1,000 May 2, 2009 - Stakeholders and concerned citizens join the Call to Action, hear primary objectives for the initiative. [Get more info]
Press Releases April 16, 2009 - Washington, DC Entrepreneur Issues Call to Action with 100 Days In [Read on]
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