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Placemaking: Building community around the places we share
What makes a town feel like home? One key indicator of a strong, resilient community is placemaking. The...
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Manito Revive & Thrive community meetings makes for village revitalization
What began as a simple phone call from Jerald Schier, Manito village trustee, in Spring 2024 grew...
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Community Leadership for Rural Illinois
In the realm of community development, discussions about creating leadership opportunities in rural American communities abound. Some advocate for...
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Boost your brand: Marketing for small-business owners
Running a small business is no easy feat. With a never-ending to-do list, promotional planning often takes a backseat. Unfortunately, this lack of...
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From Farm to Community: The Impact of IL-EATS.

Through IL-EATS, Illinois farmers and food access partners came together to strengthen local food systems while feeding their communities. This video shares their experiences and highlights how the program expanded markets, increased access to fresh, local food, and built a more resilient supply...

Community Benefits Program

Your community is not at the whim of renewable energy developers. Companies who want to build in your area are often obligated to partner with you to provide economic and community development benefits. Join this webinar to learn more about these Community Benefits programs and how you can make...

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Staff

Zachary Kennedy

Zachary Kennedy

Extension State Specialist, Community and Economic Development
Mark White

Mark White

Interim Assistant Dean and Program Leader, Community and Economic Development
Laura Payne

Laura Payne

Professor, Extension Specialist, Director of the Office of Recreation & Park Resources (ORPR)
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