Why do some populations thrive and prosper while others struggle and suffer? The Vital Conditions for Health and Well-Being is a framework that addresses this question in a way that is at once understandable, relatable, and actionable.

A block club is the backbone of an organized neighborhood

Discovering the Health, Wealth, and Power of Neighborhoods

Transform your church property into a vibrant community hub

“Asset Based Community Development” or ABCD looks for, and starts from people’s gifts and strengths (assets)

Block Clubs are one of the pillars of safe and healthy communities. That is why we’re doing all we can to support leaders starting new block clubs and block club presidents that need help reinvigorating their block.

A community-led initiative that unites Chicagoans from all walks of life to address historic disinvestment, work toward healing our communities and make all of Chicago safe for everyone.

A film about why you should join a club… and why the fate of America depends on it

Low-status neighborhoods in the US are often stuck between stagnating assistance from the government and gentrification at the hands of real estate developers.

So, what makes community possible? Three core elements: relationships, service, and purpose. And one core …

While creating social connections may not be as easy as it used to be, a special kind of place makes it more likely.

Traditional block clubs are groups of people who have homes and families on any given …

The purpose of the Night Walks is to touch and transform lives for Christ to the Glory of God through witnessing, evangelism, and discipleship.

Practicing Presence in Neglected Neighborhoods

Michael Tubbs is the youngest mayor in American history to represent a city with more than 100,000 people — and his policies are sparking national conversations.

Search for an address to learn more about the location and its surrounding area.

Awakening the Power of Families and Neighborhoods

How communities can transform public spaces to prevent violence

How to Make Your Church Invaluable to the Community

How Neighborhood Churches Are Transforming Mission, Discipleship and Community

The way you frame an issue determines who can embrace your cause.

The Neighboring Movement Podcast shares stories, interviews, and resources about the power and importance of neighboring. It is hosted by the staff team at The Neighboring Movement.

This resource will help you build a team and think through all the elements needed for your project.

Building Genuine Relationships Right Outside Your Door

Lessons Learned From a Man Left for Dead

Survey examples and best practices for listening to and learning from your community

Communities of faith stand in an important position to support vibrant, walkable, mixed-use neighborhoods. And in recent years, some have stepped up to the challenge at a variety of different scales.

Sharing stories about reweaving the connections between place, the built environment, and the mission of God

A podcast about the intersection of race, place, and poverty

The Shape of Our Urban Future

You want more. You want to belong to a community that looks out for each …

A block party is more than just a party. Bottom-up actions, like block parties, can transform your community.