Advancing Health and Wealth Equity Through a Community-Centered Economic Inclusion Model

Community-centered economic development frameworks drive more accessible economic growth.  These frameworks take an interdisciplinary approach to community development, address social determinants of health, and require collaboration between stakeholders to create grassroots change. Learn about a strategy-- developed by the Brookings Institution in partnership with the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) --that has been successfully implemented in 20 regions across the country.  Additionally, explore a LISC Twin Cities framework that advances community-centered investments by strengthening capacity within the city’s cultural districts. Gain insights into how place-based funders and foundations can act as a partner to advance health and wealth through economic development.