These books share technical information in a clear manner for children to understand. They broaden a child’s perspective of the world, enhance their knowledge of the built-environment, and bolster critical and creative thinking skills. Learn more here!
Read MoreThe mission of Farm Rescue is to help family farms and ranches bridge crises, so they have an opportunity to continue viable operations. Farm Rescue provides planting, haying, harvesting, commodity hauling and livestock feeding assistance to farm and ranch families that have experienced a major injury, illness or natural disaster. Click here to learn more.
Read MoreUSDA Rural Development operates over fifty financial assistance programs for a variety of rural applications. Select a category that best describes your situation, and see what RD can do to assist you. We also offer a list of all programs. Click to view information on their Rural Home Loans Program, Single Family Housing Repair Loans & Grants and Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program.
Read MorePlanning and Zoning workshops for Consortium Communities were developed to help communities get a better understanding of the demands of rapid growth and to sharpen the tools necessary to shape that growth. The workshops covered current best practices in planning and zoning. Click the image below to view or download the Planning & Zoning Guide.
Read MoreAgriculture is one of the most dangerous labor industries to work in. Grain bin entrapment can happen in a matter of seconds. Individuals working in the grain industry must know how these incidents happen and be prepared to prevent or respond to the situation. Read more here.
Read MoreNorth Dakota Housing Finance Agency is a self-supporting and mission-driven state agency dedicated to making housing affordable for all North Dakotans. We offer affordable home financing to low- to moderate-income families, and help to ensure the continued availability of suitable rental housing for households of modest means, while focusing on the overall housing needs of our state’s growing communities.
Read MoreThis book is dedicated to North Dakota's children, whose quality of life is intertwined with their communities’ capacity to ensure that families can succeed.
Read MoreNorth Dakota KIDS COUNT is dedicated to improving the well-being of children in our state. When policy decisions are rooted in data and research, kids grow up in economically secure families, live in resilient communities, and meet developmental, health, and educational milestones.
Read MoreThere are many misconstrued ideas about the beef and agriculture industries. From animal care to nutritive qualities, opinions seem to obstruct consumers from the truth. For more information about the benefits of beef, continue reading.
Read MoreOur modern lives wouldn’t be possible without the resources made available by our planet. Click here to learn some incredible facts about our planet, and how you can help create a more sustainable future.
Read MoreNatural Resources Public Meetings were held at the Stanley South Complex on March 7th, and the Killdeer Community Center on March 8th.
Read MoreOur nation is facing a severe mental health crisis, which has been majorly influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some statistics on the mental health in American, what influences it and how to manage stress.
Read MoreMuch of the population underestimates the contributions rural communities make to society. In reality, most of urban lifestyle security comes from the resources made available by rural communities. Learn how you can help share economic prosperity and reassure resource sustainability for all.
Read MoreA study of the affordability of single and multifamily housing, the impacts of COVID-19, and housing challenges faced by vulnerable populations in 2020.
Read MoreHeadwaters Economics' popular EPS socioeconomic reports feature a new, easy-to-navigate interface. Free, customized reports
Read MoreClick here to access NDSU data from their 2020 Community Forums.
Read MoreGoogle made an announcement that has the potential to change the future of work and higher education: They are launching a selection of professional courses that teach candidates how to perform in demand jobs. These courses called Google Career Certificates teach the necessary skills to help jobseekers immediately find employment. Unlike a typical four-year college degree, these courses are designed to be completed in about six months. This program will open the door for so many Americans who cannot afford to attend college, yet still want a career.
Read MoreChild Care Aware of North Dakota and Vision West ND, with funding support from the Bush Foundation, created a Child Care in Your Community Guide to assist individuals and organizations as they consider child care options in their communities. Topics include strategies to build capacity, child care models, financing options and more.
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