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10/28/2016

Scorecard: Serving Native Americans

Just how well do NeighborWorks members and other community-development nonprofits serve their Native American residents? This analysis says there are lots of successes to learn from, but much to be done to improve.

10/23/2016

What filters are you wearing to see the world?

How we perceive our neighbors, our community, our country and the world is determined by the "filters" through which we look. If we are serious about diversity and inclusion, then we must try to identify our own filters and how they affect us.

9/26/2016

Faith-based partners can be a natural fit

When looking for partners in community development,, faith-based organizations and institutions are often natural fits. Here's why, some case studies and tips for making the "ask."

9/9/2016

Preserving affordable housing: what works

In this guest post from the Urban Institute, two experts discuss how preserving existing affordable housing prevents displacement, is generally cheaper than building new housing and adapts to existing land-use patterns.

8/18/2016

Five ways gardening feeds the soul

You've heard about community gardening, right? You may think it's just a nice way to socialize and use vacant lots, while maybe getting some fresh vegetables for dinner. But it can be so much more than that. Read how gardening together benefits both individuals and communities.

8/14/2016

Every city has more than one story

Why did Detroit go bust, and just how well is it doing today? The answers depend on who you ask, and whose version of the story gets the most attention. How many stories does your city or neighborhood have, and are you listening to more than one?

8/8/2016

Tap into benefits of ‘town’ and ‘gown’ partnerships

Historically, the relationship between “towns” (cities and neighborhoods) and “gowns” (universities) have been rich with potential, but also fraught with challenges. In this post, we explore a variety of ways community development professionals can collaborate with universities.

7/28/2016

Paying for solar: tips for financing a residential system

There are a lot of different ways to finance the installation of solar panels in a home. This blog post and accompanying video from the U.S. Department of Energy outlines the most popular and easy ways to purchase and lease solar.

7/26/2016

How to turn around a declining neighborhood

Just over two years ago, Rural Neighborhoods qualified for NeighborWorks America’s Stable Communities Catalytic Grant program. And the nonprofit used it to turn around one of Florida's poorest cities. Here's how.

7/8/2016

Three questions to ask before choosing art as a community builder

When it’s public, and “participatory,” art not only infuses new life into vacant spaces, but builds community and civic spirit. Read what a few NeighborWorks network organizations are doing to brighten their neighborhoods and bring diverse residents together using art.

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