Launch phase strategies help residents, entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and elected officials to build their capacity for change by increasing all forms of capital

The Vibrant Communities Framework consists of 18 strategies designed to organize people and resources around shared goals. Participants build community power through three phases of development: Ignite, Launch, and Grow. The strategies are highly adaptable, providing leaders with an individualized roadmap to inspire action.

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The Launch Vibrant Communities Strategies

2.1 Mobilize Residents

Organizing a series of workshops that use collaborative dialogue and listening to identify actionable projects

discover resident potential and vision for the future
identify community projects that multiple stakeholders can implement
organize a group of engaged residents ready to take action

2.2 Educate the Community

Hosting public information sessions where your goals and plans are shared with local stakeholders to guide decisions about development

increase broad support for development initiatives
build awareness, shared language, and identity
create community ownership of plans and priorities

2.3 Accessible Funding

Reducing barriers to funding and financing for businesses and nonprofits through fiscal sponsorship, loans, and awards

provide accessible funding for businesses and nonprofits
raise awareness about funding and financing opportunities
increase competitiveness for funding and financing

2.4 Highlight Professional Services

Identifying local providers that offer legal, accounting/financial, marketing/branding, web development, business development, and fundraising services

establish a local network of professional service providers
strengthen the operations of businesses and nonprofits
increase competitiveness for human and financial resource investments

2.5 Incubate Businesses + Nonprofits

Launching a cohort of early stage business and nonprofit leaders aligned with your development priorities

Strengthen startup organizations through planning
Attract financial, human, and knowledge resources
Improve communication, trust, and connectivity
Promote a positive identity and growth narrative

2.6 Measure Progress

Using impact measurement and performance management tools to improve your outcomes

promote a culture of measurement, accountability, and transparency
improve understanding and communication of strengths
identify opportunities for improvement
strengthen their case for additional support

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