Grow phase strategies increase impact through collaboration, catalytic investment, and commercial real estate co-development.
The Vibrant Communities Framework includes 18 best practice strategies proven to accelerate community-driven development. Grow, the third development phase, includes the following strategies for residents, projects, nonprofits, social enterprises, and local governments to adapt and implement.
- REFINE: Analyze Progress + Opportunities, Refine Action Plan
- CONNECT: Develop Collaborations, Expand Resources
- GROW: Scale Impact, Co-develop Infrastructure


