April 4, 2023

Welcome to our PERSPECTIVES blog

"Insights and resources for building better, more connected communities"

Welcome to Perspectives, the new blog from Social Prosperity Partners! Our platform provides insights and resources for building better and more connected communities, the foundation for a thriving society.


As a trusted partner to cities & towns, school boards, and nonprofit organizations, we look forward to covering such topics as strategic planning, championing civility, building partnerships, measuring impact, and agile fundraising. Expect our blog to offer a combination of practical advice, insightful connections, and thought-provoking perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing communities today.


We invite all community leaders to join us in an ongoing dialogue about advancing the cause of togetherness through the art (and skill) of courageous conversation. We look forward to sharing our knowledge and resources with you, and hearing your thoughts and feedback along the way.


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Maureen Coffey, Vice Chair of the Arlington County Board

Maureen Coffey, Vice Chair of the Arlington County Board

By Matt Lehrman • January 27, 2026
Maureen Coffey, Vice Chair of the Arlington County (VA) Board is the youngest person ever elected to that role. Arlington sits immediately next to Washington, DC, which means local leadership there often feels national decisions quickly and personally. The pressures are real, and the expectations are high.
Leading Through Complexity and a Reason For Optimism

Leading Through Complexity and a Reason For Optimism

By Matt Lehrman • January 22, 2026
Minneapolis is facing a period of intense civic tension as federal immigration enforcement unfolds in real time, sparking sustained local protests, legal challenges, and deep fear in immigrant communities.
Questions From the Field

Questions From the Field

By Matt Lehrman • January 13, 2026
Effective leadership often turns on asking the right question at the right moment. If something has been sitting with you, I invite you to share it. We actively take on these questions—on the podcast, on Substack, and in this newsletter—because chances are others are carrying something similar into their work as well.
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