The Indiana Association for Community Economic Development d/b/a Prosperity Indiana is a statewide membership organization for the individuals and organizations strengthening Hoosier communities. Since its founding in 1986, Prosperity Indiana has grown to approximately 200 members, currently representing 900 community economic development practitioners from public, private, and nonprofit sectors.
Our Mission & Vision
Our Mission: Prosperity Indiana builds a better future for our communities by providing advocacy, leveraging resources, and engaging an empowered network of members to create inclusive opportunities that build assets and improve lives.
Our Vision: Prosperity Indiana believes in a society where all persons can live and work in an environment that provides equitable access to economic and social opportunity.
Our Values:
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We Impact: |
Communities by promoting Comprehensive Community Development efforts across the state, which includes addressing social determinants of health and encouraging inclusive growth. | Organizations by improving member capacity to impact communities and individuals and track the progress of their efforts. | Individuals by fostering innovation in financial capability and asset building strategies and increasing opportunities to access resources. |