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Our Place Based Capital Partner - the Griffith Centre for Systems Innovation - doing what they do best! Simplifying the complex. For a great introduction to the concepts of Community Wealth Building and Place Based Capital,, check out this article they wrote on the Australian context of Community Wealth Building and Place Based Capital.

🌟 Unlock the power of your community with The National Community Survey (The NCS)! https://lnkd.in/eag3harc The NCS is the gold standard for gathering vital insights into resident opinions on public safety, local services, and quality of life. With over 20 years of research backing it, this scientifically validated survey empowers local governments to make data-driven decisions that truly reflect community needs. Key Benefits: - Benchmark Performance: Compare your community's results against national averages to identify strengths and areas for improvement. - Track Progress: Regular surveys allow you to monitor changes in public sentiment and adapt strategies accordingly. - Customized Insights: Tailor questions to address specific local issues, ensuring relevance and engagement. Plus, The NCS is eligible for ARPA funds, making it easier than ever for #LocalGovernments to invest in their communities! Join us in elevating community voices and driving meaningful change. https://lnkd.in/eag3harc #Polco #TheNCS #NationalCommunitySurvey #DataDrivenDecisions #CommunityEngagement #ARPA #ARPAFunds #GovernmentFunding #SmartInvesting #FundingOpportunity

SEAP LAUNCHES CCG SURVEY: Did your organization submit a Community Change Grant (CCG) application for consideration? Did your organization intend to submit a CCG application for consideration, but because of any number of hurdles, didn’t quite reach the finish line to submission? Either way…. We want to hear from you! SEAP has launched a Community Change Grant survey to better understand:  ➡ Applicants’ and would-be applicants’ experience applying for the grant  ➡ Our shared understanding of how communities can better work together to build community resilience  ➡ Gain insights into winning proposals From now until the end of January, access the survey here: https://lnkd.in/gV2_G7sv

The Town of Riverview is in the process of creating and implementing a new Community Economic Development Strategy. The foundation of the proposed strategy is built on the values of collaboration, creativity, diversity, and vitality so that we can all move Riverview closer to becoming a "welcoming and prosperous community for all.”   Community members are invited to join us for a public consultation and presentation of the preliminary strategy and be a part of Riverview’s evolution! We would also encourage all participants to take a few minutes, whether or not you plan to attend a session, to fill out the Community Economic Development Strategy online survey to capture your feedback.  https://ow.ly/3AhN50S7EbW Here are the public consultation details: 🤷♂️ What: Community Economic Development Strategy 📅 When: Thursday, June 20th, 12 p.m. and/or 7 p.m.   ⏱️ How Long: 2 hours  📍 Where: Council Chambers, Riverview Town Hall, 30 Honour House Court 🍪 Snacks: You can count on it!   To prepare for this session, some context is important! Please consult the news article on our website titled “Community Voices Wanted: Help Shape Riverview’s Economic Runway” to get familiar with the different objectives of the Municipal Plan and the Community Economic Development Strategy. By working together, these plans ensure that as our town grows, it does so in a way that’s well-organized, sustainable, and economically viable, while providing the services and quality of life we all enjoy. 

Share your thoughts on Community Wealth Building in West Lothian by completing the ESES Communities Community Wealth Building Survey 2024! 📝 By doing this, you will help provide valuable insight into the overall understanding of the 5 pillars of Community Wealth Building, and how this changes by area. The survey takes 5-10 minutes to complete and the results are anonymous. The survey must be completed by tomorrow, the 17th of October. Get started here ⬇ #WestLothian #CommunityWealthBuilding #Community

✴ NEW GRANT OPPORTUNITY COMING ✴ The U.S. Department of Transportation will be launching the FY 2024 Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods (RCN) grant program in early July. This initiative is designed to: 💠 Reconnect Communities through addressing and mitigating the adverse effects of transportation infrastructure that have historically divided neighborhoods. 💠Promote Equitable Access by ensuring underserved and disadvantaged communities gain improved access to transportation options, fostering more equitable economic and social opportunities. 💠Enhance Mobility with safer, more accessible, and efficient transportation systems that accommodate all modes of travel, including walking, biking, and public transit. 💠Foster Economic Development by supporting projects that drive economic revitalization and development in communities negatively impacted by past transportation decisions. 💠Environmental Sustainability by encouraging projects that incorporate sustainable practices, that contribute to environmental health by reducing emissions and promoting greener transportation options. This grant program offers funding for a range of projects, from planning to construction, all aimed at removing or mitigating transportation barriers, improving connectivity, and fostering inclusive development in affected communities. Contact Megrath Consulting today to see how we can help you with your application development. We look forward to seeing the positive transformations that this initiative will bring to our communities. Together, let's build a more connected and equitable future! www.megrathconsulting.com allison@megrathconsulting.com 352-672-4124 #USDoT #ReconnectingCommunities #GrantWriting #CommunityDevelopment #Equity #Sustainability #EconomicGrowth

THRIVING COMMUNITIES NETWORK CONVENING! WHO: Thriving Communities Partners from Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont WHAT: A convening to network with Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Providers and Federal Agencies who are part of the Federal Interagency Thriving Communities Network WHERE: @St. Anselm College Institute of Politics, 100 Saint Anselm Dr Manchester, NH 03102; Phone: (802) 557-6709 WHEN: July 29th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. WHY: For decades, communities have requested resources and tools to successfully compete for federal funding. The Thriving Communities Network brings together federal agencies to coordinate place-based technical assistance (TA) and capacity-building resources for urban, rural, and Tribal communities experiencing a history of economic distress and systemic disinvestment. These federal resources include grant and financial management support, pre-development assistance, community engagement, planning, and project delivery support. Join federal agency staff, technical assistance providers, philanthropy, and state and local community leaders at this event in Manchester, NH for information about federal funding and technical assistance programs available to communities facing environmental and economic challenges, as well as time for local communities to discuss their priority projects with TA providers and their peers, to develop partnerships, learn from each other, and identify potential support. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) Maine Department of Transportation Vermont Agency of Transportation HOW: Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/e_Rsd23a #thrivingcommunities #technicalassistance #federalgrants  

UW-Madison Extension Community Economic Development Program regional broadband workshops coming up! They will cover items like: An update from state and federal officials on the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program and what to expect in the near future. Permitting and what counties and communities can be doing to prepare for the BEAD grant cycle, which will be sometime in the summer.      An in-depth conversation about Engagement and Endorsement inside the BEAD program and what is different during this program.      Case Studies from your region that may give you additional thoughts on how to prepare and/or resources for your decision making. Please note, participants representing organizations who received a broadband planning grant from the PSC can use those funds toward the workshop registration fee. https://lnkd.in/gtWY8hHE

BLOG: Where is the community in community wealth building? Senior Researcher, Naomi Mason, reflects on her keynote address to the TSI Network conference, five months of working to understand the community wealth building landscape in Scotland and the role that the third sector can play in building the movement from the bottom up. https://ow.ly/qxtw50REq44

𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟: Topics for this year’s sessions include workforce development, grant writing, investment cooperatives, as well as overviews of programs offered by Rural Prosperity Nebraska Extension educators. #HighPlainsJournal #HPJ #Nebraska #ConnectingEntrepreneurialCommunities