About Us

Springfield Promise Neighborhood was founded in 2010 around the thought that engaging the community and activating the talents of our neighbors would help us all lift up our children. Our work builds upon the Harlem Children's Zone, the Jacobs Center for Neighborhood Innovation, and the Coalition for Community Schools.

Our work has a unique asset-based approach:
-- Commit to the public school system and work with the Springfield City School District to serve students in need
-- Partner with community organizations to increase sustainable extended learning opportunities and experiences for youth that serve their academic, social, and enrichment needs
-- Spark resident-led social change, working with neighbors as they build their community into what they want it to be
-- Create a culture of aspiration, in which it is normal to succeed, to be smart, and to be kind
-- Amplify the resources, talents, gifts, and skills of residents and expert organizations to build a shared and unified community
-- Create family engagement opportunities for parents and students to build relationships and skills, especially in areas of safety, housing, health, and youth development
-- Develop and sustain a neighborhood-based community garden for food access and family space
-- Recruit and employ Springfield residents to be leaders & co-dreamers
-- Develop renewable, stable, and enhanced funding that supports the development of healthy families and equitable neighborhoods