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Through partnerships with organizations, residents, and public- and private-sector partners, NeighborWorks America creates opportunities for people to live in affordable homes, improve their lives and strengthen their communities.

Strong Towns is an organization focused on building vibrant, economically-responsible communities to fight the threat of long-term economic stagnation brought on by poor land use planning practices.

The Museum of the Person is an institution designed by Karen Worcman to capture the oral histories of oft-unrecognized individuals – from the homeless to nursing home residents – and provide them a “place” to tell and store their life stories.

An advocacy organization focused on implementation, the National Trust for Historic Preservation provides resources and information to communities for protection of historical resources and community character.

The Nebraska Community Foundation (NCF) partners with community leaders to inspire charitable giving, prudently manage financial resources and make strategic investments for the prosperity of Nebraska's people and communities.

AMIBA helps communities develop neighborhood-based, locally-owned enterprise in lieu of chain-dominated sprawl, with an emphasis on uniting independent business owners with other citizens to form powerful pro-local alliances.

Working with local and national organizations as well as individuals, the Vermont Natural Resource Council works to protect and restore the natural lands and habitats throughout the state.

ULI is a nonprofit research and education organization that facilitates an open exchange of ideas, information, and experience among local, national, and international industry leaders and policy makers dedicated to creating better places.

A private firm providing leadership and consulting for local government officials. This process in turn, can determine the very success of a community, the public's faith in democracy, and the potential for good government.