Supported community coalitions as they pivoted to operate during a pandemic

We work with community partners across the country through multi-site communities of practice, including the Intersections Initiative, Communities of Care, Safety Through Connection, and the Built Environment Policy Advocacy Fund, among others. In 2020, deepening work with these communities of practice meant supporting their journeys as they engaged and organized while maintaining physical distance and responding to the worst aspects of the pandemic. PI provided more frequent and intensive (virtual) coaching to these community coalitions. We also worked with funders to activate strategic response funding, modify workplans, and adapt reporting requirements consistent with the rapidly changing context on the ground. The ability of these grassroots coalitions to respond quickly in a time of crisis was possible because of the work they’ve done over time to build a foundation of trust and connection within their communities. The communities of practice PI supports are funded by Blue Shield of California Foundation, The California Endowment, First 5 LA, Hogg Foundation for Mental Health, Movember, Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation, and St. Joseph Health Community Partnership Fund. Photo of participants in the Built Environment Policy Advocacy Fund.