Holistic Community Development

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.

Holistic Community Development

Category Philanthropy, Funding

Philanthropy, Funding

Kresge Foundation

The Kresge Foundation is a private, national foundation that works to expand equity and opportunities in America’s cities through grantmaking and social investing in arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services and community development, nationally and in Detroit, Memphis,…

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October 27, 2025

Philanthropy, Funding

Quadrivium

We at Quadrivium look for initiatives that address the root causes of problems and where single actions can create multiple positive outcomes. We prioritize the potential for lasting impact over safe bets. And we seek opportunities where our investment or…

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June 26, 2025

Advocacy, Promotion, Philanthropy, Funding

Community Opportunity Alliance

As an alliance, we mobilize support for community development organizations’ work to create stronger, healthier, and more prosperous communities. We believe that a stronger community development field leads to thriving communities across the country. Local community development organizations work in…

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June 1, 2025

Economic Development, Philanthropy, Funding, Rural

Local Initiatives Support Corporation

In 1979, when the Ford Foundation first conceived of LISC, it envisioned an “intermediary”—a nimble non-profit with strong community partnerships that would connect hard-to-tap public and private resources with under-resourced communities working to access opportunities everyone deserves – government, foundations…

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June 1, 2025

Economic Development, Philanthropy, Funding

SocialGood

SocialGood works to create and establish positive influences for individuals, communities, and the environment. Our goal is to sponsor and develop projects that will help positively impact and develop local communities into healthier and happier places to live, work, and…

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May 31, 2025

Design, Economic Development, Philanthropy, Funding

Spark

Spark promotes Holistic Community Development. Our Vision is a greater Omaha metropolitan area where all neighborhoods have the foundational assets necessary to thrive and prosper. This applies rigorous real estate development methods while considering all the foundational assets: social, political,…

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May 31, 2025

Philanthropy, Funding

Philanthropy Together

Around the world, people are coming together to create the change they want to see in the world by joining a giving circle. This way of giving enables people to increase their impact and knowledge, have fun, and connect with…

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May 29, 2025

Associations, Economic Development, Media, Communication, Networking, Collaboration, Philanthropy, Funding

National Community Reinvestment Coalition

The National Community Reinvestment Coalition is a network of organizations and individuals dedicated to creating a nation that not only promises but delivers opportunities for all Americans to build wealth and live well. We work with community leaders, policymakers and…

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May 18, 2025

Economic Development, Philanthropy, Funding

Anonymous Philanthropy

We don’t think philanthropy should be measured by dollars given away but by impact and fulfillment–which are most powerful when achieved in balance. We work with a select group of families, foundations, and donor-advised funds, each of whom typically deploy…

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May 10, 2025