Community Heart & Soul Stories

Last month, more than 400 business and nonprofit leaders, educators, professionals, and engaged residents from across the Inland Northwest gathered in Spokane for Innovia Foundation’s Community Leadership Summit—two energizing days…

Community Heart & Soul is pleased to announce the addition of Sterling Speirn to its Board of Trustees. Speirn is a philanthropic and civic leader with more than 40 years…

Dear Heart & Soul Friends, One of the things I love most about my job is hearing stories from residents, town officials, Coaches, and partners about the different ways Community…

Making a lasting impact in a community takes time and effort, especially for those who take leadership roles in the process. Planning meetings, tracking outcomes, and ensuring all voices are…

The Council of Michigan Foundations recently held its 53rd Annual Conference in Kalamazoo, Michigan, bringing together philanthropic leaders from across the state to “Meet the Moment Together.” The gathering focused…

At the recent Annual National Conference for Growing Community Foundations in Wichita, KS, foundation leaders hosted a session to share how they have successfully partnered with Community Heart & Soul…

Certified Coaches are the backbone of Community Heart & Soul—helping residents and community leaders navigate the process, offering guidance, and keeping the work grounded in what matters most. Recognizing the…

Many municipal leaders face limited resources and the challenge of gathering input from everyone in the community—not just the loudest voices. Community Heart & Soul is a nationally recognized process…

Shelburne, VT (August 12, 2025) – Community Heart & Soul is honored to announce that our Vice President of Market Development, Al Getler has been selected as one of the…

As Peosta experiences rapid growth, residents are coming together to define what matters most. Through Community Heart & Soul, longtime locals and new arrivals are building a shared vision to…