Community effort ideas

Have coffee with a connected person

Find someone who is connected in the community. This might be the local grocery store owner or the volunteer that runs the food pantry. Give them a phone call, introduce yourself, and ask to have coffee with them! Ask how they have been able to reach out and connect in the community.

Ask a rural consumer

Ask a consumer how they found the resources they found. This can give you an idea of the events that are best to attend and the best way to advertise online (e.g., with social media).

Attend a community event without an agenda, with a consumer

Ask a consumer if you can join them for an event. Leave the brochures at the office and attend as a listener. The consumer might want to introduce you to other consumers there. It’s important not to give them a pitch, but instead to listen openly about their thoughts and concerns.