Building vibrant communities through culture, sustainability, and opportunity

We strengthen nonprofits, social enterprises, and collaborations through capacity building, accessible funding, and data utilization

How We Work

How are 97 regional arts organizations collaborating to reimagine a more equitable, sustainable future?

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Ignite

“I'd like to discover the assets, connections, and values in my community”

“I’m ready to take action but need a plan and the resources to launch.”

“We've made some progress but I'm ready to take it to the next level.”

Vibrancy Funds

The Vibrancy Funds include an integrated capital approach consisting of grants, loans, awards, debt security, equity, and technical assistance. We also partner with donors and funders to manage their individual or collective giving programs.

Fiscal Sponsorship

Fiscal Sponsorship provides the legal and financial administration services necessary for nonprofit projects to focus on creating an impact

Vibrant Communities

Vibrant Communities is a framework for regenerative community economic development grounded in equity and inclusion, adaptability, and asset-based strategies. We help stakeholders to localize best practice strategies that strengthen their Culture, promote Sustainability, and create Opportunity.

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Featured Project

Beltzhoover Institute of Arts & Sciences

The South Hilltop Men’s Group is a non-profit project of New Sun Rising, directed by Beltzhoover native, Jmar Bey. Their mission is to promote environmental protection through community training …