Derrick Love is the newest member of the Byrd Barr Place board of directors. He is excited to bring fresh eyes to the work, and to use data and history to tell narratives and set direction…. Read Full Article >
Universal Basic Income: The future of social assistance
The weight of the evidence suggests that basic income measurably and meaningfully improves the social and economic well-being of recipients. The stabilizing effects of direct cash assistance are also observed with recipients spending the majority of resources on basic needs…. Read Full Article >
Meet Tafari Maynard
Tafari Maynard recently joined as our new director of operations, and is responsible for leading programs and staff. Read more to get to know Tafari…. Read Full Article >
Let’s Talk About Money | Hybrid Workshop
Together, we’ll explore strategies and tips for creating a budget, understanding and improving your credit score, reducing your debt, and saving for the future. Come and take control of your money!… Read Full Article >
New Water Assistance Program Helps People Maintain Their Services
Through a partnership with the Department of Commerce, the new Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) assists households whose incomes are at or below 150% the federal poverty level…. Read Full Article >
Supreme Court Abortion Decision
The Supreme Court’s decision to strike down Roe v. Wade, takes reproductive rights back over 50 years. Millions have been thrust into a reality in which where they live now determines their access life-saving and deeply personal healthcare services…. Read Full Article >
AARP Senior Community Service Employment Program Spotlight
Please meet Mr. Michael Garrison – the most recent member of the AARP Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) to come on board…. Read Full Article >
We are Transitioning to a Four-Day Work Week!
As an organization grounded in racial and social justice work, we put our community first – which also includes our staff. That’s why we’re moving to a four-day work week, creating time and space for us to reset and put our best selves forward when serving our community…. Read Full Article >
Money Matters | Online Workshop
Budgeting. Savings. Credit. If these sound like topics you want to learn more about, join us for an online workshop “Money Matters” on Saturday, June 11 at 10 a.m. … Read Full Article >
Meet Christian Bell: Our Newest Board Member
As a fourth generation congregant member of a local church a few blocks away from Byrd Barr Place, Christian has watched this neighborhood change around her since her time as a young girl…. Read Full Article >
