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Resources to Help You Deliver More Impact
Running programs in the public and nonprofit sector is harder than ever—budgets are tight, compliance requirements are strict, and staff are stretched thin. The FORWARD Resource Hub brings you the knowledge and tools you need to navigate these challenges with confidence.
The City of Milpitas, in the heart of Silicon Valley, is home to over 80,000 residents. Despite the area’s tech-driven economy, rising living costs have placed pressure on essential workers and longtime residents at risk of displacement. To address these challenges, the city committed to providing financial support for small businesses and residents in need. The Milpitas Office of Economic Development and Strategic Initiatives and Office of Housing partnered with FORWARD to d
Dec 5, 20243 min read
Strategies and Tools to Increase Government Operational Efficiency Across Verticals
“Working with FORWARD just makes [administering programs] a lot easier, I envision the Staples Red Button that says ‘Easy’ on it and...
Nov 13, 20241 min read
Enhance Public Assistance Access: Strategies to Transform Eligibility and Enrollment
“What Multnomah County has done, which is quite different from other places, is look at the problem from the perspective of the resident who needs the help rather than the perspective of the agency that delivers the help.” Stephen Goldsmith, Derek Bok Professor of the Practice of Urban Policy at Harvard’s Kennedy School Every year, billions in public aid go unclaimed. FORWARD simplifies the application process for state and local assistance programs, ensuring efficient and
Oct 16, 20241 min read