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What type of work does your organization do?: SRDI supports rural leaders to grow sustainable economies rooted in local culture, a healthy environment, and inclusive values. SRDI works with local partners to increase income, assets, and racial equity in low-wealth regions of the South.

We provide facilitation, training, coaching, data, and connection to southern rural communities through regional efforts to:

1. Better align public funding to community priorities
2. Increase local community philanthropy
3. Innovate economic alternatives
4. Strengthen grassroots infrastructure
5. Network communities beyond rural isolation

Who do you work with?: Rural Leaders
Rural Organizations
National and regional intermediaries interested in rural sustainability

What is the main obstacle your organization encounters that prevents you from doing your work most effectively?: Distance and funding

What do you hope to gain from joining the Rural Innovation Network?: All of the Above

At 2:30pm on May 8th, 2008, Karl Stauber said…: I'm sure I will need help. I'm not very good at these electronic network things--that's EWTs for you ciber savvy types.

At 10:17am on April 28th, 2008, Victoria Alston said…: Hi, Calvin:
I like the comments you send ,very informative. Knowledge is power, keep up the fantastic work.

At 4:45pm on February 6th, 2008, Gary Phillips said…: Very glad to be in this virtual space with you, my esteemed friend.
Best,

At 11:06am on February 4th, 2008, Jamilla T. Hawkins said…: Hi Cal,

I'm having trouble updating the staff page. I continue to update the staff box and save but when I go back to see the updates, the updates from two weeks ago are still up there.

Is there another button I should be hitting?

Thank you for your help.

Jamilla

At 1:55am on February 4th, 2008, Donna Bell said…: I guess it is time for a new picture. But notice the smile never changes!

Checked out your agenda...some things never change. Give a yell if you need some after work rejuvenation.

At 2:49pm on January 31st, 2008, Bethany Chaney said…: It's the only head shot I'll ever have... Thanks for pushing this site out there!

At 11:42pm on January 30th, 2008, Michelle Gonzales said…: Thank you for my wonderful birthday video Cal!
One a grant deadline today and tomorrow - let's connect this weekend for breakfast!