Projects
Rural Placemaking Initiative Challenge (RPIC): Delta Communities Connected through Placemaking
The Delta Communities Connected through Placemaking and Innovation (DCCPI) project seeks to facilitate locally driven efforts to improve quality of life, rural economy, and e-connectivity in the Mid-Delta region of Arkansas. DCCPI leverages the strong cultural identity and current placemaking efforts of Lonoke, England, Stuttgart, and Helena-West Helena with innovative state initiatives focused on enhancing […]
Arkansas Connectivity Coalition
Broadband connectivity is a critical issue in rural communities, and equitable access to it is vital for community and economic development. Winrock has embedded broadband planning and technical assistance in its rural community development work in Arkansas since 2018. Recognized as a leader in building the capacity of rural communities to better address their broadband […]
South Cumberland Community of Practice
South Cumberland Community Fund (SCCF) has developed a Community of Practice to promote nonprofit organizational capacity by providing forums for leaders and community members to grow in their knowledge and expertise. The goals of the Community of Practice are: In addition to designing meetings meant to deep dive into the goals, structure, and possibilities of […]
Rural Placemaking Initiative Challenge: Arkansas Delta Rhythm and Bayous
Winrock International is implementing the Arkansas Delta Rhythm and Bayous Placemaking Initiative project with local and multi-jurisdictional efforts to improve the quality of life, rural economies, and e-connectivity in four Delta communities. The Delta Rhythm and Bayous Highway is the Arkansas-Louisiana-Mississippi corridor along U.S. Route 65 South and Bayou Bartholomew that connects seven rural, Delta […]
Community Leaders Empowered with Adaptation and Response (CLEAR)
Rural municipal leaders are on the front lines supporting their citizens and businesses on a broad range of issues, yet they often lack the appropriate tools for the task at hand. The Community Leaders Empowered with Adaptation and Response project provides technical assistance, training and mentoring to five rural municipalities in Arkansas with the goal […]
Advancing Sustainability and Preparedness in Rural Economies (ASPIRE)
Contributing to USDA Rural Development’s mission of improving the economy and quality of life in rural U.S. communities, the Advancing Sustainability and Preparedness in Rural Economies project will provide technical assistance, training and mentoring to four rural municipalities in Arkansas with the goal of enhancing local capacity to plan, implement, and sustain innovative community and […]
Multicultural Business Xcellerator (MBX)
The Multicultural Business Xcellerator (MBX) project, funded by the Walton Family Foundation, will provide tailored support and funding to a cohort of self-identified socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs who are founders or co-founders of Seed/Series A investment-ready companies. This support will include mentorship, access to capital and networking opportunities. By addressing under-represented entrepreneurs in the…
Supporting Health Advances for Rural Employees (SHARE I and SHARE II)
Productivity is highest when employees are healthy. Increased sick time, disability, and employee turnover are all costly to employers. In rural areas, access to healthcare is limited, while rates of chronic disease are often much higher than in urban areas. For rural employers, this means that employees are more likely to have health concerns and […]
Microbusiness Empowerment Project
The Microbusiness Empowerment Project will assist approximately 50 low-income Arkansas-based entrepreneurs, especially minority and female-owned businesses, with the mentorship, technical assistance, and business leadership skills they need to prepare for capital acquisition and deployment. Funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration, the project helps disadvantaged entrepreneurs seeking support with financial management, product and target market…