Turn your vision into impact with City Rising’s Design & Development services.

We don’t just support your ideas—we help transform them into meaningful action. Whether you’re shaping a social impact project, developing a policy proposal, or crafting a program evaluation framework, our team delivers the expertise and guidance you need to move seamlessly from concept to implementation.

Our approach is tailored, strategic, and results-driven. We work with organizations and leaders committed to making a difference, crafting customized roadmaps that bridge aspirations with practical solutions.

If you’re ready to take the next step, let’s make it happen. Complete our Interest & Intake Form to secure a consultation and explore how we can help turn your vision into action.

Our Design & Development services include:

• Social Impact Project Design

  • Developing innovative frameworks to translate vision into action.

  • Crafting strategic roadmaps to guide impactful initiatives.

• Policy Proposal Development

  • Researching and authoring policy solutions tailored to critical challenges.

  • Embedding evidence-based practices and community perspectives in every proposal.

• Program Evaluation Frameworks

  • Designing participatory, asset-based evaluation models that prioritize equity.

  • Creating actionable metrics to measure effectiveness and long-term impact.

• Custom Workshop & Training Design

  • Crafting interactive workshops and professional development sessions.

  • Building tailored training programs aligned with organizational and community goals.

• Workflow and Implementation Portfolios

  • Mapping step-by-step processes for seamless program execution.

  • Providing tools and resources to bridge planning with effective action.

• Proposal and Grant Writing Support

  • Crafting compelling, funder-aligned narratives to secure support.

  • Ensuring project plans reflect priorities that resonate with funding partners.

• Community Engagement Strategies

  • Designing trust-building approaches to gather meaningful input.

  • Developing tools and processes to support authentic, participatory engagement.

• Prototyping and Piloting Programs

  • Designing and testing scalable pilot initiatives.

  • Gathering and analyzing feedback to refine and optimize solutions.

Drive your vision forward with City Rising’s Lead & Implementation services.

We bring the expertise, adaptability, and momentum your community-centered initiatives need to succeed. Whether you’re building a skilled team, navigating a critical transition, or launching a complex initiative, we provide high-level leadership and hands-on implementation to move your vision into action.

We collaborate with organizations and leaders who are ready to make a meaningful impact, tailoring our approach to ensure seamless execution and tangible results.

Let’s make progress together. Complete our Interest & Intake Form to begin the consultation process. Once received, we will discuss how to help bring your project to life.

Our Lead & Implementation services include:

• Strategic Project Management

  • Overseeing all aspects of project execution, from timelines to deliverables.

  • Ensuring alignment with organizational goals and community priorities.

• Interim Leadership Support

  • Filling critical leadership gaps to provide stability and direction during transitions.

  • Acting as a temporary project director or implementation lead to maintain progress.

• Community Partnerships and Collaboration

  • Establishing and nurturing strategic partnerships to amplify impact.

  • Facilitating collaborative efforts to align resources and build trust.

• Program Launch and Execution

  • Leading the rollout of new programs, services, or initiatives.

  • Managing pilot programs to refine concepts and prepare for scaling.

• Evaluation and Adaptive Improvement

  • Monitoring progress and making data-informed adjustments during implementation.

  • Ensuring projects deliver measurable outcomes that align with your vision.

Transform how research and evaluation drive impact for your organization and community.

We approach research and evaluation as tools for meaningful change, rooted in honoring community assets, participatory practices, and humanizing frameworks. By blending quantitative precision with qualitative depth, we uncover actionable insights that empower organizations and communities to thrive.

From policy analysis to program evaluations, our work doesn’t just assess—it inspires growth, alignment, and transformation. We partner with leaders who are ready to leverage knowledge to make informed, impactful decisions.

Let’s create actionable insights together. Complete ourInterest & Intake Form to start the process. Once received, we will discuss how to help bring your project to life.

Our Research & Evaluation services include:

• Program and Policy Evaluations

  • Assessing program strengths, opportunities, and impact through participatory methods.

  • Conducting in-depth policy research and producing white papers that advocate for systemic change.

• Organizational and Equity Assessments

  • Evaluating performance, processes, and alignment with mission and equity goals.

  • Providing actionable insights to enhance effectiveness and inclusivity.

• Community Needs and Engagement Assessments

  • Gathering and analyzing data to understand community priorities and challenges.

  • Auditing engagement strategies to enhance trust and participation.

• Impact Measurement and Evaluation Frameworks

  • Developing metrics and tools to measure project outcomes and community impact.

  • Building tailored frameworks for sustainable, human-centered evaluations.

• Asset Mapping and Participatory Research

  • Identifying and leveraging community strengths for sustainable change.

  • Collaborating with residents as co-researchers to inform and inspire initiatives.

Partner with City Rising to turn your vision into reality.

We offer tailored support and consultation services for leaders and organizations committed to advancing social impact. Whether you need a thought partner to refine your ideas or expert coaching to strengthen relational and humanizing leadership skills, we begin by deeply listening—understanding your aspirations, challenges, and goals.

From there, we craft customized strategies to empower your leadership and move your initiatives forward with clarity, purpose, and authenticity.

Let’s start the conversation. Complete our Interest & Intake Form to explore how we can help you bring your vision to life.

Our Support & Consultation services include:

• Thought Partnership and Strategic Advising

  • Refining ideas and offering fresh perspectives to shape innovative projects.

  • Providing high-level strategic advice aligned with your mission and values.

• Organizational and Leadership Support

  • Guiding organizations through transitions, capacity building, and restructuring.

  • Supporting leadership development to align with community-centered goals and priorities.

• Facilitation and Problem-Solving

  • Leading productive discussions to foster collaboration and resolve conflicts.

  • Addressing urgent challenges with practical, actionable solutions.

• Funding and Grant Consultation

  • Identifying funding opportunities and crafting compelling proposals.

  • Aligning project plans with funder priorities for greater success.

• Custom Resources and Ongoing Support

  • Developing tailored toolkits, templates, and guides for long-term impact.

  • Serving as a trusted advisor throughout the lifecycle of your project.
    

• Leadership Consultation and Coaching

  • Providing personalized coaching focused on relational and humanizing leadership practices.

  • Guiding leaders in fostering authentic community engagement and trust-building.

  • Strengthening skills in relational leadership, collaborative decision-making, and equity-driven strategies.