Issue Areas
Neighborhoods are complex systems that require many elements to work well, from decent housing and safe streets to employment opportunities, good schools, and access to shopping, health care and other services. While specific challenges and opportunities vary from one community to the next, the following elements come up again and again as communities work to improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods.
Here are the most talked-about approaches to change and a set of tools for each.
Across the country, communities are developing new and creative ways to use arts and culture to… Continue
Under-served with retail stores and services, many neighborhoods seek redevelopment of old retail… Continue
Many neighborhoods face serious gang-related violence and, often in the same neighborhood, the… Continue
From early childhood education, through high school and beyond, preparing children for school and… Continue
Many community challenges can’t be overcome if families live at poverty levels, so… Continue
You can’t work or learn well if you are physically or mentally unhealthy, so many communities… Continue
Stable, quality housing is a key component of a healthy neighborhood, but local markets vary… Continue
New spaces for recreation or greenery can include new walking and biking trails, parks and… Continue
Research is proving that gathering places, recreational facilities and sports opportunities are… Continue