Workshop Panelists
Megan Ginn, CommunityWorks (Holland, Michigan)
CommunityWorks unlocks the human and economic potential of neighborhoods through asset-based, relationship-driven practices. Through tailored training, coaching and practical tools, they equip residents and local leaders with the principles of Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) to drive transformation from the inside out. Their work strengthens the conditions that allow individuals and families to thrive. They also bring together leaders from across the country to collaborate, share innovations and reimagine what’s possible for flourishing neighborhoods. comm-works.org
Andrew Davis, Community Capital Fund (Kansas City, Missouri)
Community Capital Fund administers grant opportunities for neighborhoods, grassroots nonprofits and other community groups. One of their programs is the Youth Neighborhoods Rising Fund which is a grant that connects high schoolers to the communities in which they live and work. Community reviewers volunteer their time to review applications from our grant programs and provide recommendations based on the criteria of each program. https://www.ccfkansascity.org/
Bryan McBreen, Lewisville, Texas
The Tri-City Neighborhood Summit is hosted by the cities of Coppell, Lewisville and Flower Mound, Texas. They provide a one-day summit that equips participants through informational sessions on ways to build stronger neighborhoods and communities. https://www.cityoflewisville.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/77044/ Rena Bradley and Kevin Cobb, Fort Wayne, Indiana The FORT-ify Neighborhood Accelerator was designed by the Fort Wayne’s Department of Neighborhoods for neighborhood leaders who want to take their efforts to the next level by 1) building their knowledge and skill sets in key areas, 2) obtaining access to mentoring and support from city staff, and 3) working alongside other neighborhood associations. Accelerator participants will take part in monthly in-person workshops, work with city staff to develop a Quick Action Plan and complete hands-on activities between workshop sessions to put what they’re learning into practice in their neighborhoods. https://engage.cityoffortwayne.org/fortify
This event is sponsored by Communities for All Ages with a generous gift from the William J. Brace charitable trust.
