We’re excited to share that Community Spaces Network (CSN) is teaming up with the Alumni Consulting Team (ACT) from Stanford Graduate School of Business on a new project focused on SPRE Partners – specifically developers, philanthropists, and lenders. These key partners play a crucial role in bringing equitable, community-serving spaces to life, and their input will help CSN strengthen the network to support more thriving communities across the U.S. and Canada.
Our goal is to identify the most effective messaging, benefits, and programs that motivate SPRE Partners to join CSN and stay actively engaged. By understanding what matters most to these SPRE practitioners, we can ensure that CSN provides the right resources, opportunities, and connections to advance both your work and the broader field of Social Purpose Real Estate (SPRE).
Here’s how the project will unfold:
- Gathering input from developers, philanthropists, and lenders: Soon, we’ll be sending out a quantitative survey to this targeted group. Your feedback will help us understand the unique motivations and needs of SPRE Partners, ensuring that our programs, communications, and membership benefits are meaningful and relevant.
- Deepening our understanding: We’ll also conduct interviews to collect qualitative insights that complement the survey findings, capturing the experiences and perspectives that matter most to SPRE practitioners.
- Turning insights into action: Finally, we’ll consolidate these learnings into actionable recommendations to enhance CSN’s engagement with SPRE Partners and strengthen the impact of our network.
By participating, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of CSN membership, help refine the resources we offer, and contribute to the growth of a stronger, more connected SPRE community.
Developers, philanthropists, and lenders—keep an eye on your inbox! Your voice will directly guide how CSN supports SPRE Partners and advances equitable, community-centered development across the U.S. and Canada. Together, we can make sure that community spaces not only exist—but thrive, serve, and inspire.