Local initiatives Corporation (LISC) is a $ 74 million non-profit social enterprise, which fights poverty by helping public organizations of affordable housing and the creation of opportunities for economic development through public-private partnerships. Poses a dilemma for the CEO: can grow geographically and programmatically. Presents the organization's history and many of the challenges facing urban and rural community groups, such as improving access to education for their citizens. It also describes how LISC funds its activities, including the syndication of low-income tax credits, funds and private partnerships. "Hide
by James E. Austin, Kim Slack Source: Harvard Business School 21 pages. Publication Date: January 30, 2001. Prod. #: 301124-PDF-ENG
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