How to Write a Community Profile

Service Description

Learn how to write a clear, compelling community profile that supports planning, investment, and local decision‑making. A strong community profile is one of the most valuable tools a municipality can have — it tells your story, highlights your strengths, and provides the data people need to understand who you are. This session walks participants through how to create a clear, accurate, and engaging community profile that supports economic development, planning, grant writing, and communication with residents and partners. We’ll cover what information to include, how to gather reliable data, how to present it in a way that’s easy to understand, and how to balance numbers with narrative. You’ll learn practical tips for organizing content, choosing visuals, and tailoring your profile for different audiences. By the end of the session, participants will have a simple framework they can use to build or update a community profile that reflects their community’s identity, assets, and future potential. This webinar is part of the Community Economic Development Bundle. Contact Anna at Anna@smallplacesrock.com to register for the Community Economic Development Bundle of 10 webinars.