Everyday Democracy is a national leader in the field of civic participation and community change, helping people of different backgrounds and views talk and work together to solve problems and create communities that work for everyone.
A non-profit organization connecting varied interests around environmental issues and providing a safe harbor where different groups can identify common values and move forward together.
Active Voice is a group of strategists dedicated to inspiring people to make change. The organization consults communities or other organizations to develop strategies for sharing complex issues about community and society.
Foxfire is a non-profit, education and literary organization based in Rabun County, GA focusing on teacher training and support programs that promote sense of place and an appreciation of people, community, and culture as essential educational tools.
Through engagement with non-profits, local planning agencies, and local residents, the Orton Family Foundation helps small cities and towns navigate growth and change while enhancing their heart and soul.
Ecotrust works to promote a sense of place and stewardship among the citizens of the northwest region. The organization has several project areas, including Natives, Fisheries, Forestry, Food and Farms, and Citizenry programs.
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.