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The Public Finance Initiative organization specializes in developing public finance programs that center place-based outcomes in the  fiscal decision-making. Explore some of our featured projects below.

RURAL & SMALL CITIES PROGRAM
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A program that endeavors to bring public resources and philanthropy together to reverse decades of disinvestment in America’s rural and small cities, supported by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.

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BLOOMBERG CITY BUDGETING FOR EQUITY & RECOVERY PROGRAM
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A program that provided critical support to cities navigating COVID-19's impact to their public finances guided by a commitment to equitable recovery, supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies and Blue Meridian.

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BOND MARKETS & RACIAL EQUITY PROGRAM
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A program that supports bond issuers and market stakeholders who want to leverage municipal bond markets as a catalyst for changing racially inequitable conditions, supported by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.

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U.S. STATE INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENTS RESEARCH PROJECT
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A research project examining approaches, governance, and ongoing challenges in public finance in 15 states, focused onwater, sewer, and the transportation sector, supported by the Pew Charitable Trusts.

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in the news

"Public Finance Initiative, National League of Cities & Collaborating Partners Receive $4 Million Grant to Elevate Racial Equity in Bond Markets"
- pr newswire
"New Report: More Than Fines and Fees: Incorporating Equity into City Revenue Strategies."
- THE URBAN INSTITUTE
"How Tax Incentives Can Power More Equitable Inclusive Growth"
- Brookings institution
"How City Budgets Can Help Equity As Well As
Fiscal Health"
-Bloomberg cities