Wealth Building
Pioneers of Progress: Community Development, Volume 1
Report on Economic Development in Rural America, particularly in relation to entrepreneurship.
Multivariate Analysis of Factors Associated with Earnings Inequality in the Rural U.S.: 1979-1987
This paper analyzes the factors associated with "earnings inadequacy" in the rural U.S. between 1979 and 1987. Earnings inadequacy is defined as annual earnings that cannot bring a family of four above the poverty level, even with a year-round, full-time job.
Hand in Hand: Community and Economic Development in Tupelo
This report, "Hand in Hand: Community and Economic Development in Tupelo," by Vaughn Grisham and Rob Gurwitt, is a case study published by the Aspen Institute Community Strategies Group.
Developing Entrepreneurial Economies in Rural Regions: Lessons from Kentucky and Appalachia
This Aspen Institute report, "Developing Entrepreneurial Economies in Rural Regions: Lessons from Kentucky and Appalachia," by Rob Gurwitt, summarizes a June 1996 workshop in Kentucky that explored how rural regions can cultivate entrepreneurial economies. The report highlights the challenges faced by states like Kentucky, which have historically relied on low-skill industries and external ownership, leading to a lack of risk capital, sophisticated business services, and an entrepreneurial culture.
Declining Wages of Young Workers in Rural America
This study, titled "Declining Wages of Young Workers in Rural America," by William O'Hare and Anne Pauti (May 1990), analyzes the economic well-being of young workers (16-34 years old) in rural America between 1979 and 1987, comparing them to their urban counterparts.
Community Builders: A Process for Revitalizing Rural America
This document, “COMMUNITY BUILDERS: A Process for Revitalizing Rural America,” details a program launched in Nebraska to foster economic development...
101 Ideas for Stimulating Rural Entrepreneurship
Report outlines ways States can stimulate business development by nurturing and rewarding entrepreneurial activity.
New Alliances for Rural America: Background paper Submitted to the Task Force on Rural Development
This paper examines the role of new businesses in rural areas and how policy can promote the creation of businesses or reduce the barriers to their success.