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We’re seeing a revolution in how people think about poverty. What started with one bold idea has resulted in over four decades of on-the-ground results.
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Unlock Breakthrough Insights With Better Diagnostics.
Why are some communities thriving while others are stuck? A smart strategy starts with an accurate picture of what is happening and where action can make the biggest difference.
Introducing the powerful
Flourishing Neighborhood Index
Seminars & Workshops
Find the right opportunities for you and your team to experience hands-on training on a variety of topics.
Open House
Join people from all over the country for a two-day introduction to our community development model and methodology.
Curriculum
Learn from experienced movement leaders through the eye-opening video courses in our Lupton Center School.
5 Outcomes You Can Expect From the Flourishing Neighborhood Index
The Flourishing Neighborhood Index can be a powerful tool to discover and enact positive change. It’s an incredible way to measure the health of a neighborhood and indicate what residents are feeling. It’s also a great way to understand which way to go next. We’re...
FAQs on the Flourishing Neighborhood Index
We’ve discovered that many communities struggle to implement a strategic plan to revitalize their neighborhoods. It’s difficult to develop a cohesive plan when you’re not sure where the problems lie. This is why the Flourishing Neighborhood Index is a powerful tool....
A City Shapers Catalyst Reflects on 3 Years of Transformation
We are celebrating with the City Shapers cohort in Bowling Green, Kentucky! After a long and multifaceted journey, they have completed the City Shapers program. Rather than an ending, we know that a new phase of deep, long-term work is just beginning. Rhondell Miller,...
How to Be a Good Neighbor
There’s an old saying – “Good fences make good neighbors.” It couldn’t be further from the truth! Great neighborhoods happen when neighbors take the time to interact with and care for one another. If you are interested in seeing your neighborhood thrive, working to be...