At Purpose Built Communities’ 2026 Prosperity Starts With Place™ conference, Dr. Larry Moss, President and CEO of Nemours Children’s Health, challenged attendees to think differently about what shapes a child’s health and future.
Great schools are at the heart of thriving neighborhoods. They provide children with opportunities to learn and grow while serving as places where families build connections and communities invest in their future.
As summer winds down, families across the country are preparing for a new school year. Backpacks are packed, school supplies are purchased, and classrooms are getting ready to welcome students back.
Home, School, and the Heart of a Thriving Neighborhood As summer fades and school doors swing open, we’re reminded that learning doesn’t begin with the sound of a bell. A child’s journey to academic success…
Social capital—especially bridging capital—binds these efforts together and truly moves the needle on collapsing disparities. Just as importantly, social capital is the key to rebuilding our civic society and strengthening our democracy.
We are both excited about the direction of Purpose Built and the opportunities and challenges that await us in the upcoming years. We are grateful for the partners we have in this work, including Network Members, aligned organizations, donors and supporters, and residents in each of the Purpose Built neighborhoods.
Purpose Built Network Member Lift Orlando is building a network of early learning providers in the 32805 zip code where Lift Orlando is located. Early Childhood Education Specialist Anna Kinchens and Education Director Lynn Thompson of Lift Orlando share more below about why this network is critical to supporting a pipeline of high-quality, community-serving schools for the families of the Communities of West Lakes.
