Rising construction, labor, and utility costs continue to shape community association budgets. The Foundation’s updated Financial Planning Snapshot provides current inflation benchmarks and practical considerations to help boards and managers plan for operating expenses, reserves, and capital projects.

New Foundation research explores the emotional demands of community management—and what helps professionals thrive. Discover insights on burnout, healthy boundaries, workplace culture, workforce sustainability, and the growing importance of human skills in an AI era.

Sponsored by: Vote HOA Now

Explore the latest compensation, benefits, and workforce benchmarks for community association management professionals.

Sponsored by: Innovia Co-op

How prepared is your community for tomorrow’s climate risks? This new Byron Hanke Fellowship report explores emerging threats and provides practical recommendations to help community associations build long-term resilience.

Help shape the industry’s 2026 benchmarks. CEOs and senior executives are invited to share insights on staffing, operations, financial performance, growth, technology, and emerging business trends.

Sponsored by: Griffin Financial Group

The Foundation’s newest research initiative, Built-to-Last: Strategies for Extending the Economic Life of Community Associations, examines aging infrastructure, reserve funding, insurance pressures, governance, and long-term community sustainability.

The Foundation’s 2026 Homeowner Satisfaction Survey reveals continued strong resident satisfaction, positive neighbor relationships, and growing support for community engagement and reserve planning.

New Foundation research reveals how communities are balancing homeowner rights, governance, and quality of life as short-term rentals continue to evolve. See how attitudes and policies have changed since 2022.

Sponsored by: Vote HOA Now

The Foundation is proud to recognize Mike Bailey, CEO/General Manager of Highlands Ranch Community Association, as a recipient of the inaugural Nico March Hero of Community Management Award. Mike’s visionary leadership, commitment to conservation, and dedication to strengthening community life exemplify the very best of community management.

New housing construction, improving inventory, and stabilizing mortgage rates are supporting the addition of 3,000–4,000 new community associations nationwide in 2026, reinforcing the strength of the community association housing model.

Congratulations to Christopher Charbonneau, CMCA, of Black Forest Condominiums in Fridley, Minnesota, recipient of the 2026 Homeowner Leader of the Year Award. Chris was recognized for his outstanding service, ethical leadership, and lasting contributions to both his community and the broader community association industry.

The latest Community Association Fact Book, the most comprehensive compilation of national and state community association data, includes several new components including an interactive map of the U.S.

The Roy Hailey Memorial Scholarship covers the full tuition for one CAI Professional Management Development Program (PMDP) course (a $579 value)—available online or as a live virtual course. Take the next step in your career—or share this opportunity with a manager who’s ready to grow.

Your support helps us continue funding research, scholarships, and data that strengthen the community association industry. With a $50 donation, you’ll receive a Foundation-branded lanyard and commemorative pin—a small token of appreciation for supporting more than 50 years of advancing knowledge and building community.