Holistic community development is better understood as ideal-concept rather than organizational practice. A holistic perspective recognizes the interdependence of factors—such as social, economic, environmental, and cultural needs—and seeks to create synergies among them, fostering a more resilient, vibrant, and thriving community for all. As practiced, development programs (with a holistic perspective) are effective by focusing on specific issues—collectively, different programs will affect holistic development.

Category Housing

Economic Development, Education, Housing, Public Policy

PolicyLink

PolicyLink is a national research and action institute working to redesign this nation so that it governs for all. To realize this future, we are focused on awakening a shared consciousness that embraces the humanity of every person. We are…

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October 28, 2025

Design, Housing, Livable Environment, Social Activity, Sustainability, Transportation

Gehl Architects

We believe that an integrated public realm has the power to transform society! With a holistic approach and dedicated public space survey methods, we uncover the true qualities and pitfalls of public space and their impact on civic life. It…

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June 1, 2025

Advocacy, Promotion, Design, Housing

Enterprise Community Partners

Enterprise is organized around three central goals: to increase housing supply, advance racial equity, and build resilience and upward mobility. To achieve these goals, we operate across three divisions — Solutions, Capital and Community Development — that unify and leverage…

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June 1, 2025

Economic Development, Housing, Networking, Collaboration

Build Healthy Places Network

Build Healthy Places Network has been a neutral convener bringing together cross-sector partners, providing field-level thought leadership, creating and curating tools and resources, and strengthening collaboration. Through our programs and place-based advisory services, we support multi-sector partnerships that mobilize investments…

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June 1, 2025

Economic Development, Housing

Association for Neighborhood and Housing Development

ANHD builds community power to win affordable housing and thriving, equitable neighborhoods for all New Yorkers. As a member organization of community groups across New York City, we use research, advocacy, and grassroots organizing to support our members in their…

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June 1, 2025

Advocacy, Promotion, Design, Economic Development, Education, Housing

Purpose Built Communities

Purpose Built Communities® is the national leader in strengthening neighborhoods to open pathways to prosperity and opportunity for all. Working arm-in-arm with local neighborhood organizations focused on lasting transformation, we provide expertise, resources, and advocacy as they advance a strategy…

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June 1, 2025

Advocacy, Promotion, Housing, Media, Communication

Shelterforce

Shelterforce is a 49-year-old news organization centered around the fight for healthy communities. In partnership with our readers and other newsrooms, we serve housing justice and community development leaders by delivering content that delves into the intricacies of housing organizing,…

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June 1, 2025

Economic Development, Education, Housing, Rural, Transportation

Smart Growth America

Smart Growth America advocates for people who want to live and work in great neighborhoods. We believe smart growth solutions support thriving businesses and jobs, provide more options for how people get around and make it more affordable to live…

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June 1, 2025

Disaster Prepare, Housing

NeighborWorks America

At the foundation of the NeighborWorks mission are nearly 250 strong, healthy and prepared network organizations in every state, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. As a congressionally chartered and funded nonpartisan nonprofit, we support organizations that provide communities…

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May 19, 2025

Associations, Governance, Civic Engagement, Housing

National Community Development Association

The National Community Development Association (NCDA) is a non-partisan national nonprofit association comprised of more than 500 local governments across the country that administer federally – supported community development, affordable housing, and economic development programs through the U.S. Department of…

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May 19, 2025

Housing

Habitat for Humanity

Habitat for Humanity is a global nonprofit housing organization working in local communities across all 50 states in the U.S. and in approximately 70 countries. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. We…

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May 19, 2025

Education, Health Services, Housing

Hello Neighbor

We empower refugees and immigrants through community connections, ensuring their journey from arrival to belonging is guided by dignity, cultural sensitivity, and support. Our Vision: A world where our newest neighbors are empowered to rebuild their lives and achieve their…

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May 10, 2025