The Good Neighbor Network is a Central Ohio based social enterprise startup.
OUR MISSION
To empower block-level connectors with the tools to organize residents on their block to connect with their immediate neighbors.
OUR GOAL
To be a catalyst to facilitate the strengthening of relationships between nearby neighbors so they can become a better real-world, social, support and safety network for each other.
OUR VISION
We believe in a world where more neighbors have met, remember each other’s names, have swapped contact information and regularly interact, engage with and support each other through the practical realities of everyday life on their block.
Emerging Leaders
Read about how our founder got started on his neighboring journey as highlighted by our partners at Community Works
Modeling Neighborliness
Insights into one of the 2024 Everyday Kindness Heroes Semi-finalists on what it means to be a good neighbor.
Kindness Close To Home
The Center for HumanKindness invites you to partner with us in starting a chain reaction of kindness and connectivity throughout central Ohio neighborhoods. Born out of community conversations at The Big Table®, Kindness Close to Home seeks to bring neighbors together to build a friendlier, kinder community where everyone feels seen and known.
Wilber Wednesdays make us feel so fortunate to meet our neighbors and build community in a meaningful way. When we first moved in, we didn't know anyone and now every time we walk down the street we see so many familiar faces and consider our neighbors our friends"
"In just a few months, there has been a noticeable shift in commraderie among neighbors. From the simplest things like learning each other's names and addresses to finding common interests to finding unique interests to share. We like to hang, we like to make friends, and now more than ever, we like to look out for each other. With each gathering deeper friendships are formed."
"Since the start of our neighborhood monthly gatherings, I've met neighbors that I had never even seen before....and I've lived here for almost 20 years! I've always loved my neighborhood, but l'm feeling more of a sense of ownership and community than ever before. I like the sense of community that l'm getting from really getting to know my neighbors on my own street. Getting to know my neighbors and building that sense of community together has made me feel like I'm making a difference in the world that goes beyond my street."
"The impact has been profound... we have developed a sense of belonging and acceptance by sharing a common space on this earth. In a time when much focus is on differences, it's refreshing be a part of this commonality. Wilber Wednesdays are one of my favorite days of the month!"
"The Columbus Foundation is deeply committed to creating a strong and connected community. One way we do this is through our annual community gathering called The Big Table, which brings community members from across central Ohio together to talk, listen and learn from each other. We are proud that The Big Table has inspired thoughtful and innovative year-round activities like the Good Neighbor Network. By participating in neighboring meetups, you demonstrate that Columbus is a place where residents sincerely value all voices and know that we are always better together."
"United Way of Central Ohio believes that a strong social fabric is one of the key elements of vibrant and healthy communities. The Good Neighbor Network helps to create a clear path for neighbors to come together in an authentic way to get to know each other and become more connected. It is a tool that we believe can help galvanize neighbors around their shared experiences, and build pride in where they are from. United Way of Central Ohio is excited to support this valuable work, and look forward to sharing it with our own neighborhood partners."
"Connecting people and building strong communities is the heart of what we do at Leadership Columbus. The Good Neighbor Network is a unique, grassroots approach to make and foster connections at the neighborhood level. In this climate of widespread isolation, disconnectedness, and civic discord, tools like this can help change the equation by bringing neighbors together and facilitating face-to-face conversations. Such interactions are crucial to creating a sense of pride, connectedness, and ownership in one's community. We are excited to see this project embraced by a Class of 2018 group, and eager to see where it can go."