We have shared some big concepts in the pages of this site, but what about implementation? We have put together the resources below, each on a separate tab. They are designed to help with the process of working in a targeted neighborhood, taking the lead as a healthcare institution, and how to lead churches in community development.
We offer Neighborhood Builder as our primary resource for neighborhood planners, organizers, or leaders.
Block Builder
The first section of Neighborhood Builder is Block Builder, designed to
help an organization recruit and train block captains.
Organization Builder
The second section of the book is designed to help the board members of a
neighborhood organization understand how to be an effective.
Leadership Builder
The third section of the manual focuses on how to build action oriented
committees that produce results that can propel an organization to their
goals.
Plan Builder
The fourth section of the manual is focused on developing a neighborhood
plan. A plan by itself is not exciting; however, using the other tools in
the book, a group could see increased results that translate into progress.
The Health Builder is a manual designed for healthcare organizations to engage in community development, specifically neighborhood planning and implementation. It goes beyond just injecting funds as the manual argues for healthcare to take a lead role in the effort. It does not ask for healthcare to take on the roles of community development but to acknowledge the need and bring these resources to bear on a targeted neighborhood.
This manual is for how church leaders can engage their followers to get involved in community development. It provides references to the bible verses along with the general reason to get involved. It builds off of the Neighborhood Builder manual by providing insight into what the church body can do to add to the efforts covered under Neighborhood Builder.
Reach4Them lays out how the congregation of a church near a challenged neighborhood can work churches within a targeted area. Between the two manuals, you will be able to see this is a much deeper and rewarding approach than simply scheduling an outreach event or clean up activity.