Episode 112 | Part Two: Tess Hembree, Executive Director of the Council of State Community Development Agencies

ChangeMakers with Katie Goar

In the second part of Katie's conversation with Tess Hembree, Executive Director of COSCDA, they delve deeper into the technical assistance her organization provides to state agencies navigating the complexities of federal funding. They explore the challenges faced by state and local governments in administering programs like CDBG and CDBG-DR. Tess highlights the importance of training and capacity building, particularly for new staff. They also discuss the development of resources and tools to assist communities in effectively utilizing these funds. Join Katie and Tess as they explore the critical role of COSCDA in supporting state and local governments in their efforts to address community development and disaster recovery needs.