We help communities
activate people unlock their gifts create flourishing neighborhoods
Neighborhoods shape our lives. They influence how healthy we are, how connected we become, and how empowered we are to make a difference.
But, too often, change is done to neighborhoods, not with them.
This leaves residents disempowered, disconnected, and dependent on outside solutions. But, it doesn’t have to be this way.
We support and resource leaders to create sustainable, resident-driven change that improves neighborhoods across the U.S. through:
proven, practical tools ready to implement
a network of people who get you
best practices in the field
Real solutions in real time
We’re unlocking the potential of strong,
connected communities.
The Community Building Hub
Get started today by joining our online community of experienced, passionate leaders creating resident-driven transformation. You’ll gain access to ongoing learning, best-practice resources, and a community that gets you.
Workshops & Key Notes
Engage every community stakeholder -to create change with residents through unlocking local assets. You’ll be able to:
– Equip everyday neighbors to activate their local gifts
– Help congregations love their literal neighbors
– Increase the success of your initiatives through implementing Asset-Based Community Development
The Neighborhood Story Project
The Neighborhood Story Project is a place-based research project which creates an active and informed group of neighbors able to make meaningful contributions to local opportunities and challenges. Through shared knowledge and deepened connection to place and one another, neighbors consider the impact ideas and actions have on the past, present, and future. You can bring The Neighborhood Story Project to your community!
Neighborhood Connector Framework
Create lasting transformation through launching Neighborhood Connectors in your region. This framework is a sustainable model for place-based, resident-driven transformation. We provide support and resources throughout the process, from getting started to launching new opportunities in your community.
We help you create resident-driven change through asset-based and relationship-driven approaches.
Here’s how we do it:
1. Schedule a free discovery call.
On this call, we’ll get to know your community, learn your goals, and explore the paths to get you there.
2. Find the right resource.
Your community is unique, so everything we do is customized to your context for the best support possible.
3. Unlock the potential of your work.
Your work matters. It’s time you had the resources and support that can make a lasting difference.
Since 2008, we’ve supported communities across the country to create resident-driven change using asset-based, relationship-driven practices.
Our organizations are relatively small with limited resources. CommunityWorks helped us build capacity in meaningful ways as we worked on targeted projects. We see great value in our partnership with them and are hopeful for what's next.
Mark Kornelis
City of Holland | Holland, MI
CommunityWorks has a deep knowledge of how to affect change at a local level. They use their knowledge and platform to empower local community leaders right where they live. We are more knowledgeable and empowered after working with them.
Jennifer Prophete
The Hopeful Neighborhood Project
Before CommunityWorks’ guidance, I had the resources I needed but struggled to fully grasp our residents’ needs and aspirations. Thanks to their support, I now have a better understanding of these aspects.
Danny Grant
Discovery Church | Orlando, FL
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Join our upcoming webinar with Doug Linkhart, President of the National Civic League, as we dive into how to turn social connection into civic engagement. Learn how to help your neighbors advocate for their community and equip them with the skills they need both along the democratic process.
June 11 | 12pm EST