Background and History
In April 2019, a group of people deeply involved in the North Philadelphia community were brought together to identify ways to improve its overall health. Over the next several months, the group invited others to join them in establishing connections for mutual assistance. During this process, a common theme emerged: there are many grassroots organizations in the community; however, they are often unaware of each other’s work and sometimes unwilling to collaborate with others for various reasons. Upon reflection, it was observed that despite these organizations being comprised of people who have the most solid and healthy relationships within the community, they struggle to survive, competing with each other and bigger more established agencies for scarce funding.
In the spirit of collective work and responsibility the Community Connections Collaborative seeks to promote the message: Relationships Matter, while helping build assets and bringing knowledge to facilitate more effective collaboration and community action.
Our Mission is to facilitate connections and collaboration within the community between individuals, groups and service providers to improve community health.
Our Vision is a thriving community of information advocates and social service providers increasing access to knowledge, resources and tools that overcome barriers to collaboration and sharing.