Community Development
Community Development
Brown County Extension provides educational programs that help leaders, organizations, and communities build capacity, strengthen connections, and create positive local impact.
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Brown County Community Development
Fostering community development by empowering nonprofits and enhancing family well-being through resources, education, and collaborative initiatives.
Workshops & Educational Experiences
Engaging workshops and interactive learning opportunities designed to build awareness, strengthen skills, and foster meaningful connections within organizations and communities.
Nonprofit Resources
Equipping nonprofits with the tools, resources, and support needed to grow their impact and strengthen their communities. We help organizations build capacity, connect with resources, and advance their mission.
Rent Smart
Rent Smart equips participants with the knowledge and skills needed for successful renting by emphasizing tenant-landlord rights, responsibilities, and the importance of building a positive rental history.
Poverty Simulation
The Poverty Simulation helps participants better understand the challenges of living with limited financial resources by experiencing the realities of financial hardship firsthand and building empathy for individuals and families in their communities.
Real Colors® Workshop
The Poverty Simulation is an interactive experience that helps participants understand the challenges of living with limited financial resources. Experience the realities of financial hardship while building empathy and community understanding.
Statewide Resources
Extension’s Community Development Institute provides educational programming to assist leaders, communities, and organizations realize their fullest potential. We work with communities to build the vitality that enhances their quality of life and enriches the lives of their residents.
Family Living
Research based information on topics such as food preservation, family relationships, aging, and financial education.
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