AITF Newsletter - January 2026

The January 2026 AITF Newsletter is now available.

This issue continues our yearlong focus on Values in Action, reflecting on how anchor institutions are advancing place-based, democratic, and equity-centered work amid ongoing challenges facing communities and institutions alike.

Inside this edition, you’ll find:

• Updates on the Anchor Fellows Program, including a call for nominations for the 2027 cohort and reflections on how Fellows are shaping the future of anchor leadership

• News on AITF publications, including a call for essays for Volume 4 of the Leadership Guide Series and opportunities to feature member work

• Updates from AITF Subgroups, highlighting peer learning, resilience, and new efforts to strengthen storytelling across the anchor field

• A curated Resources from the Field section, featuring research, reports, and events on topics such as public safety anchors, regional economic resilience, aging and higher education, creative economies, food systems, and workforce development

• Recent news and articles showcasing how anchor institutions are advancing equitable procurement, community health, local food systems, cultural investment, and place-based economic strategies

Each month, the AITF Newsletter shares insights, research, and real-world examples of anchor institutions putting values into practice across sectors and geographies.

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