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Historically, the relationship between “towns” (cities and neighborhoods) and “gowns” (universities) have been rich with potential, but also fraught with challenges. Universities offer so much in the way of employment, external exposure and concentrated expertise, yet both invisible and visible barriers and points of tension exist that can get in the way of truly productive cross-sector collaboration.
As federal sources of funds become scarcer and less reliable, innovation in fundraising is increasingly important. When it comes to events, this means activities unique enough to both grab attention and engage participants. So what did NeighborWorks Northeastern Pennsylvania do? Invited supporters to rappel down a 14-story building of course!
How many of us would admit to being biased, to ourselves or to anyone else? Especially if we work for a nonprofit whose mission is to help the less-advantaged? How can we in good conscience do such work if we harbor feelings of superiority?
Peer-to-peer exchange one of the best ways to learn
When Community Housing of Wyandotte County in Kansas City expanded to serve a new neighborhood, it faced a challenge. The demographics of the area had changed dramatically over the years, becoming heavily Latino with a few Asians, but still incorporating blacks and, to a dwindling degree, whites.
Women's History Month: Gail Latimore
For nearly 20 years Gail Latimore has served as the executive director of Codman Square Neighborhood Development, one of Boston’s largest community development organizations. During her time at Codman Square the organization has grown significantly, expanding its service base to meet the changing needs of the community.
Women's History Month: Rebecca Reynolds
Rebecca “Becky” Reynolds is the executive director of Little Dixie Community Action Agency. She has more than two decades of experience in the community-based nonprofit space. She is committed to working diligently to alleviate the causes and conditions of poverty and changing the odds for families in Southeast Oklahoma.
Supportive housing helps family troubled by mental illness
Matthew Bowers speaks at the opening of Amistead Apartments. |
Women's History Month: Dora Leong Gallo
With 25 years of experience in community development, Dora Leong Gallo serves as the CEO of network member A Community of Friends. Her experience also includes housing policy, planning and entitlements, environmental quality, public art, government affairs, and constituent development.
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