It’s been almost 10 years since the end of the Great Recession, and many local communities around the country still need more economic investment and job creation. Instead of waiting for outside ...

Addressing entrenched social problems in local communities like inequality, violence, or environmental degradation is as much about changing local cultures and mindsets as it is about reworking the ...

That book described the many parallels between our own time and the Gilded Age, that late 19th century period marked by ...

The Fast Company Impact Council is an invitation-only membership community of top leaders and experts who pay dues for access to peer learning, thought leadership, and more. BY Andrew Schaap At a ...

Communities are a significant part of a company's growth, providing both opportunities for growth and resources to support the business. However, for businesses to get access to these materials, they ...

At its best, philanthropy connects us. It gives us purpose, reminds us that we belong to one another, and turns compassion ...

Read more about local philanthropic efforts in the Year-end Giving Guide. The food cart owner serving up delicious bites at the farmers market might have a surprising story to tell. Imagine that in ...

It is no secret that local communities throughout the United States and beyond are the lifeblood of society, fostering a sense of belonging, support, and shared values. However, there is a valid and ...

Despite declining public attention to local news, many Americans express positive feelings about their local news media. For instance, most U.S. adults (85%) believe local news outlets are at least ...

Helping communities manage green spaces by understanding how they use and value the area could be an effective way for local governments to tackle the biodiversity crisis, according to a new study ...

The past year produced story after story of communities turning to levies, millage increases, sales tax proposals, first ...