Events


Latest Past Events

Housing Funding and Asset Mapping

Van Buren Conference Center 490 S Paw Paw St., Lawrence

Come learn about different housing funding opportunities! We will hear from MSHDA, MEDC, and Great Lakes Housing Services. The second part of the day will include an asset mapping workshop for our regional housing resources with the Office of Rural Prosperity. Agenda 9:45-10:00 Welcome 10:00- 10:30 MSHDA Homeownership 10:30-11:00 MSHDA MI Neighborhood/Great Lakes Housing services 11:00-11:30 Michigan Economic Development […]

Place Matters Summit

The Rockford Corner Bar 31 N. Main Street, Grand Rapids

From revitalization funding and infrastructure strategies to the role of AI and analytics in local development, this year’s sessions bring together leaders from every corner of the region to exchange ideas and inspire action. You’ll walk away with practical tools, fresh perspectives, and new connections to help shape your community’s future. View the full agenda. Sessions […]

2025 National Rural Housing Conference

Capital Hilton 1001 16th Street Northwest, Washington

The 2025 National Rural Housing Conference takes place November 4–7 in Washington, DC, bringing together rural housing leaders, policymakers, and practitioners from across the country. Conference activities will begin Tuesday, November 4 with morning association meetings and interest group gatherings, followed by an evening welcome reception to officially kick things off. Throughout the week, we invite you to […]