Community Development

Coverage of community groups bringing about changes, innovations, and solutions in their community.

FWCS Superintendent Wendy Robinson explains the benefits of Electric Works to local educators.

‘This is more than just a business deal’

Local business leaders, educators, and city leaders sound off on why they support Electric Works.

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The GFW Fellows program attracts college students from across the country to intern in Fort Wayne.
Reversing brain drain: How fellowships are changing talent trends in Allen County

Last year, more people moved into Allen County than moved out. Here's one reason why.

A Tired-a-Lot Summer Studio group presents their designs for a community space in front of a mural they designed and painted.
Teens answer Mount Vernon Park’s call for community revitalization

A project by Bridge of Grace Ministries helps high school students turn vacant lots into community spaces.

Hoagland is one of seven East Allen County communities.
What the communities of East Allen County love about where they live

Residents weigh in on the benefits of life beyond Fort Wayne's borders.

Futsal is a great way for youth to develop motor skills necessary to excel in other sports.
Why Fort Wayne has Indiana’s first outdoor futsal court

This is what can happen when the government, the public, and the private sector converge to meet a need.

Three types of LED lighting have been installed under the Barr Street overpass.
Should lighting under the Barr Street overpass stay?

If there is positive feedback from residents, the City will consider purchasing it.

CWOW's Vanessa Sheckler, left, assists a Haitian artist with product development.
How supporting creative women boosts global economies

Statistics show that 90 percent of what a woman earns goes back into supporting her family and community.

MudLOVE started with clay products like mugs.
This Warsaw-based company is giving the world clean water, one mug at a time

MudLOVE is an example of what can happen when you integrate social impact with entrepreneurship.

The outgoing YLNI board of directors is composed of professionals from a variety of backgrounds.
Changing the face of ‘young professionals’

YLNI isn't just for the corporate world. It's evolving to serve future leaders of all types.

Out of a Jam helps at-risk teens develop life skills through cooking.
Fort Wayne’s newest food truck has a powerful purpose

Out of a Jam helps at-risk teens develop life skills through cooking. Now it's taking its products to the streets.

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