Tools

Practical tools backed by the Resources data spine — census place metrics, open federal funding, and who-does-what agency directories. Same APIs other Lumenfolk products can reuse.

• Affordability Explorer

  Years to buy a typical home on your income, plus rent context by place.

• Opportunity Ranker

  Rank and compare places on a 0–100 blend of prosperity, talent, activity, and affordability.

• Help Near Me

  Top local help locators by ZIP and need from the Resources hub.

• Funding Finder

  Search open federal grants, scholarships, and fellowships — verify on the official notice.

• Agency Navigator

  Who does what in government — housing, health, education, benefits, and more.