Ideas for a community project
Gardens, murals, parties, and other projects that bring people together.
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21 Favorite Community Development Ideas to Inspire Both Small Actions, Big Projects
These starter community development ideas serve as examples of activities your neighborhood can begin now.Guide
Careful Project Selection for Neighborhood Associations Really Pays Off
Many neighborhood associations should limit their activities to sharpen their focus. But some community organizations need projects to add excitement.Guide
Start a Community Garden for Fun, Food, Beauty, Belonging
Start a community garden as a stellar team-building activity that can provide quality food and help neighbors bond in urban, suburban, and small town places.Guide
How to Plan a Successful Community Mural Project
Learn the steps for painting a successful community mural. If you avoid pitfalls, this project can initiate revitalization or reinforce neighborhood identity.Guide
Street Parties Build Community, Market Your Neighborhood
Successful street parties build neighborhood community and generate excitement about your area. This page also encourages site visitors to submit stories.Guide
Community Improvement Projects Boost Enthuasism
Community improvement projects succeed when you know how to plan them realistically and anticipate what is needed to pull them off. Here are some tips.
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Original guidance from A Good Community: How to Make and Keep It, owned and edited by Nancy Thompson (formerly Useful Community Development), shared with permission. Community Compass notes and updates are our own and have not been reviewed by Nancy Thompson.