Community Wealth-Building Models: Opportunities to Bolster Local Ownership

Inequities in access to capital and investment opportunities continue to affect Black, Latinx, and Indigenous communities. To address this, community wealth-building models can be implemented to increase asset ownership and allow for community-led investment decisions. These models can drive job creation, improve health, and promote environmental sustainability. Successful outcomes depend on collaboration among residents, community organizations, developers, government, and philanthropy.