2026 Caring Communities
A Caring Community is a network of anchor institutions within a geographic area that work together to create collective impact. These partners learn together, align their efforts, and integrate caring practices that strengthen relationships and support positive behavior change across the community. As a community of practice, a Caring Community serves as a hub for collaboration, amplifying resources and strengthening partnerships that foster sustainable cultural transformation across workplaces, neighborhoods, and the broader region.
2026 Caring Workplaces
Organizations that demonstrate an active and intentional commitment to creating a caring culture within their workplace earn this designation. It reflects the deliberate integration of the six culture strategies: intentional connection, trust, accountability, a culture of learning, appreciation practices, and meaningful work. The focus is not on perfection but on progress and dedication to building a supportive environment where employees feel valued and engaged. Caring Workplaces integrate practices that enhance communication, leadership development, and well-being, signaling a long-term investment in cultural transformation.
2026 Caring Contributors
An organizational designation recognizes partners that actively strengthen community capacity by sharing resources beyond their own teams. They contribute by offering seats in hosted classes, providing trained facilitators, donating food, or making venues available for community learning experiences. Caring Contributors sustain programming and expand access, even if they have not yet joined strategic alignment efforts. This designation celebrates organizations that prioritize generosity and collaboration, ensuring caring leadership practices reach a broader audience and create lasting impact within their communities.
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