While 2020 has not been an easy year for anyone, our communities remain resilient. We’re so grateful to everyone who continued supporting our work amidst the challenges, and we recently […]
The Impact of Community: Toys for Tots Distribution in Iowa
As 2020 comes to a close, we are immensely grateful for all of our supporters, community partners, volunteers, and staff who make our work building stable homes, strong futures, and […]
“Like Night and Day” – George’s story
My name is George (you might have seen my video recently), and I’ve been a resident at Upper Post Veterans Community for about five years. As the end of the […]
Safe Connections and Creative Expression through Youth Arts Programming
As communities and individuals, we’ve all experienced, in some capacity, the extraordinary challenges of adapting to the new realities of the pandemic; you’ve likely also experienced the joy that comes […]
School’s back in session, and we’re ready to help.
It’s no surprise that back-to-school looks different this year. Parents and teachers alike have grappled with what’s best for youth and families ever since COVID-19 closed schools and many workplaces […]
Lifting Spirits with Art at Northpoint and Falls Meadowridge
Amidst all of the difficulties that COVID-19 has introduced, CommonBond staff are committed to finding ways to connect and spark some joy within our communities. Recently, staff at Northpoint Townhomes […]
The Court is Finished!
Last November, we set a goal to raise $32,000 on Give to the Max Day in order to create a new, safe play space for our Torre de San Miguel […]
Caring for One Another During COVID-19
Community has always been at the heart of our work. Amidst so much uncertainty and crisis, finding ways to care for our communities and to stay connected is critically important. […]
Nourishing Neighbors: Increasing Food Access During COVID-19
It’s no question that COVID-19 has introduced incredible, unprecedented challenges to our communities. Amidst all the challenges, however, are great examples of connection and community members going out of their […]
Deidre Schmidt on America’s Rental Housing 2020
The Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University recently released their America’s Rental Housing 2020 report, outlining the extremely tight rental market nationwide and the rising number of cost-burdened […]
