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The nonprofit Urban Institute is dedicated to elevating the debate on social and economic policy. For nearly five decades, Urban scholars have conducted research and offered evidence-based solutions that improve lives and strengthen communities across a rapidly urbanizing world. Their objective research helps expand opportunities for all, reduce hardship among the most vulnerable, and strengthen the effectiveness of the public sector.

LISC is one of the country’s largest community development organizations, helping forge vibrant, resilient communities across America. LISC works with residents and partners to close gaps in health, wealth, and opportunity so that people and places can thrive.

The Community Design Collaborative pairs some of the city’s leading architects and designers with nonprofit groups, many in low-income neighborhoods. Working pro bono and donating services ranging from $25,000 to $40,000, the designers meet with community leaders and draft plans for local needs like health centers, school libraries and gardens The Community Design Collaborative wants to ensure every neighborhood can be engaged in community design and be a place where residents can thrive.