Springfield Promise Neighborhood | Community Development Home About Projects Programs Contact Find Food Donate More Supportive Families Excellent Schools Flourishing Neighborhoods THRIVING CHILDREN Volunteer and Employment Opportunities Apply Now If you want to go fast go alone. If you want to go far go together. New Upcoming Monthly Calendar We Believe That change is possible when people participate in its creation That partnerships are essential for fulfilling our mission That partnerships consist of first meeting then planning then acting with common interest That children will thrive when adults create and sustain opportunities for their growth That schools are the anchors of a community and are where teachers parents caretakers and community partners act in the best interest of their children That people grow when they are celebrated for their accomplishments and capacities rather than blamed for their mistakes or circumstances. Our Team Enjoys working with adults and children coming from many diverse backgrounds Commits to learning about and enacting community development community organizing social justice issues and neighborhoodbased change Is proactive motivated flexible independent and act as positive role models especially to youth Commit to meeting people where they are not where we think they should be Fosters a culture of collaboration communication and mutual support We Value Our ability to convene partners in service to families and children Neighborhoods that provide within walking distance opportunities for good food health recreation and education Diversity and inclusion in all forms Schools and communities that are organized to provide enrichment opportunities in the summer and after school as an essential part of their services Service and civic engagement as vital elements of personal and community well being Literacy and the love of reading are the most important elements of early childhood education The capacity of families and residents to provide service and direction to schools and neighborhoods.