IFN works in communities to build relationships and partnerships. Our Community Outreach Specialist acts as a liaison between the programs offered by IFN, local community programs and services, and community members. Receiving the valuable input of Westside residents in all planning processes is ongoing through neighborhood surveys, interviews, and presence at community gatherings and meetings. IFN also continues to learn from grantors, philanthropic peers, and others in the field of community revitalization.
In April 2016, youth, adults and community service organizations came together to successfully identify community strengths, challenges, and to discuss strategies for the submittal of the Wells Fargo Regional Foundation Planning Grant. This collaboration propelled IFN action and the eventual award of a Wells Fargo Regional Foundation Implementation Grant, which funds the community outreach work including four mural projects.