| Dear Friend We’re thrilled to share that Lakeisha Hood Moise has been named MDC's next President and CEO! Lakeisha brings more than 15 years of experience in government and nonprofit leadership—most recently overseeing over $3 billion in rural development investments as State Director for USDA Rural Development in Florida and the U.S. Virgin Islands. A daughter of the South and a proven cross-sector strategist, she has dedicated her career to creating equitable pathways to opportunity for communities too often left behind. As MDC’s first woman President and CEO, Lakeisha embodies both continuity and progress. She shares our deep commitment to systems-level change and brings new energy to our mission at a critical time for our region. We are excited for you to meet her. In the coming weeks, we’ll reach out with opportunities to connect. Thank you for being a valued partner in our work. Click the button to learn more about Lakeisha and read the full announcement. Sincerely, Your friends at MDC |
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| Dear Friend We’re thrilled to share that Lakeisha Hood Moise has been named MDC's next President and CEO! Lakeisha brings more than 15 years of experience in government and nonprofit leadership—most recently overseeing over $3 billion in rural development investments as State Director for USDA Rural Development in Florida and the U.S. Virgin Islands. A daughter of the South and a proven cross-sector strategist, she has dedicated her career to creating equitable pathways to opportunity for communities too often left behind. As MDC’s first woman President and CEO, Lakeisha embodies both continuity and progress. She shares our deep commitment to systems-level change and brings new energy to our mission at a critical time for our region. We are excited for you to meet her. In the coming weeks, we’ll reach out with opportunities to connect. Thank you for being a valued partner in our work. Click the button to learn more about Lakeisha and read the full announcement. Sincerely, Your friends at MDC |
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|  | Educational Equity As we recognize Autism Awareness Month in April, MDC Learning for Equity: A network for Solutions is sharing information about who is being impacted by learning differences, specific learning disabilities, neurodivergence, and autism. Roughly 20% of people have some kind of learning difference, including specific learning disabilities or other types of neurodivergence. In the public school system, 7.5 million students (15%_ are served under the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA) - with 32% of IDEA students receiving accommodations for dyslexia or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). 15% of IDEA students receive accommodations for autism. Nationwide, 2.5% of people have been diagnosed with autism, with 50-70% of autism diagnoses also accompanying an ADHD diagnosis. For more on our Autism Acceptance Month Series, check out our blog at mdcinc.org/resources! Read More → |
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| Educational Equity As we recognize Autism Awareness Month in April, MDC Learning for Equity: A network for Solutions is sharing information about who is being impacted by learning differences, specific learning disabilities, neurodivergence, and autism. Roughly 20% of people have some kind of learning difference, including specific learning disabilities or other types of neurodivergence. For more on our Autism Acceptance Month Series, check out our blog here! Read More → |
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| | | | IRS Direct File in NC MDC Partnership Manager, Phillip Sheldon writes about why tax season is cheaper for NC taxpayers thanks to Direct File in Cardinal and Pine. This year, more than 1.6 million North Carolinians were eligible to use Direct File – a new way to file your taxes directly with the government, for free. It’s a more accessible and cost-effective way for people to do their taxes, especially those who have relatively simple returns and claim common credits and deductions. Read More → |
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 | 2024 Impact Report As we navigate this time of heightened uncertainty about the durability of our foundational values, the urgency of our mission has never been more apparent. The work we do to advance equity and opportunity is critical in shaping a future where all can thrive. This past year, MDC has remained steadfast in its commitment to building meaning, dignity, and community across the South. We’re thrilled to share MDC’s 2024 Annual Impact Report. Read More → |
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| | | | | | The 2025 State of the South Report is here! The State of the South, MDC’s premier publication, began in 1996 as a report on the economic conditions and demographic trends affecting the South. Over time, the report’s influence grew, helping shape the priorities of nonprofits, philanthropic organizations, and elected leaders throughout the region. We are excited to present you with a new model for State of the South. This report is a testament to the vital conversations shaping our region’s future. It highlights the remarkable leaders driving change in their communities and MDC’s efforts to build an equitable and inclusive South. Learn More → |
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 | State of the South Webinar Series In February 2025, MDC released the 2025 State of the South Report, a reflection of the ideas, communities, and art we experienced during the 2022-2024 State of the South series. Next up: we’re exploring how the themes and topics explored in the report align with the work of MDC and our partners. On Thursdays in May, we’ll talk with our partners and colleagues across MDC to explore the topics covered in the Meaning, Dignity, and Community sections of the report. May 8, 10-11 AM ET: Meaning with MDC’s Economic Security and Mobility Team May 15, 10-11 AM ET: Dignity with MDC’s Educational Equity Team May 22, 10-11 AM ET: Community with MDC’s Rural Prosperity and Investment Team and Race Matters Institute. Learn More → |
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