Long-term vision Address immediate needs with solutions that will sustain future generations. Holistic approach Solve community problems by combining the insights of multiple disciplines. Aesthetic integrity Create with imagination, meaning and artistry. Constructive communication Encourage positive dialogue.
Initiative Turn complex proposals into manageable plans that begin now.
Celebration Allow for humor and spontaneity. A sense of place, when created with local support and energy, provides a physical foundation that supports social, civic, environmental and cultural vitality. Thus our programs work with local people to enhance their connection to their community, find local energy to solve local problems, and create long-term leadership capacity to meet future community needs.