Resources For Human Development Resource Center

Resources for Human Development believes that economic development is integral to social responsibility. That's why RHD has long been at the forefront of efforts designed to achieve sustainable improvement of distressed communities, from starting "crossover businesses" – socially-responsible, for-profit enterprises – to investing in strong companies that share upside with employees.

In 1998, RHD founded Murex Investments, a group of investment funds that provides capital to small businesses that not only grow local economies but provide quality jobs to low-to-moderate-income people. In 1996, RHD created Equal Dollars, an alternative currency that promotes the exchange of goods, services and labor through a membership network. Equal Dollars members make a conscious commitment to buy within the community, strengthening local economies.

RHD's commitment to economic development and income equality carries into our own offices. In a time of controversy over excessive executive pay, RHD CEO and founder Bob Fishman started The One Percent Solution, in which he donates one percent of his CEO salary to a pool from which other employees can draw.

Socially-responsible business programs like these promote economic development that benefits those who need it most, and spur growth in our most vulnerable communities. Please click on the links provided below for more information on our economic development programs.