Patronicity

At Patronicity, we believe that passionate individuals can spur change in their communities. We refer to those individuals as Patrons in the City. This week, we're celebrating Brandon Query, who ran the Lost River Co-op and Cafe Farms to Friends Farm Stand campaign. Because of the work of Orange County Food Trust, and supported by a matching grant from the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) CreatINg Places program, southern Indiana is breaking down barriers that prevent access to healthy, fresh, locally-grown produce. The mobile farm stand tours around Orange County, IN and the surrounds, bringing nutritious vegetables and meals to farmers markets, health clinics, senior centers, food pantries, and more throughout the growing season, reducing food insecurity strains for locals. We spoke with Brandon to learn more about how nurturing a simple idea can combat complex battles. Read the full interview on Patronicity Resources 🥕 https://lnkd.in/e69PZ7GN

This is the FINAL DAY to get your page live and participate in the Lighter, Quicker Cheaper Challenge, a grant opportunity to win up to $5,000 for your community-improvement project! Our 2024 winner, Jade James-Gist from AboutFaceDetroit, shared what the experience meant to her: "Patronicity helped us turn community excitement into real impact. The LQC Challenge made our project achievable, and the support empowered our neighbors to invest in a cleaner, more welcoming East Village. And helped us engage with even more residents and supporters than we would have otherwise with what turned out to be a really exciting campaign for our community." Only one project will win-- will it be yours? Get started now: https://buff.ly/e69Ney2. 

We're hitting the road to celebrate 10 years of CreatINg Places with Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA)! We'll be kicking off the tour on August 6 in North Manchester, where we'll be visiting the new 6-Court Pickleball Facility, Holderman Veteran Memorial Park, and The Coop. Interested in joining? Register now! https://lnkd.in/eJp6KybF

Our web development team has a very exciting new feature to share: a built-in QR Code Generator, right on your campaign page! 🤸 QR Codes are a fantastic way to bridge the gap between in-person outreach and online websites. Pop it on your flyers and promotional materials, making it super quick and easy for your patrons to scan the image and get to your page. Check it out now in the Elevate section of your page! Reach out to your coach if you have any questions on accessing and using the generator. 

We recently chatted with Ian Helman and Nate Laakonen of the Hancock Trails Club in Michigan to learn more about their Creekside Trailhead and Bike Park project, supported by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation's Public Spaces Community Places program. Ian and Nate both have day jobs, families, and busy lives, but they channeled their passion for mountain biking to create a wonderful park for friends and family to gather and share the hobby. With a vision, commitment, and the support of their community, Ian and Nate have sparked lasting change for Hancock. Learn more about how they managed their crowdfunding campaign and turned a hobby into a community-building space in our full interview on Patronicity Resources 🚲 https://lnkd.in/e_9YjErz The park will celebrate a grand opening SOON-- keep your eyes peeled on their Facebook page: Hancock Trails Club!

In partnership with Michigan Economic Development Corporation, the Public Spaces Community Places program has officially granted over $15M to more than 400 projects across Michigan! This milestone is only possible because of the nearly 78,000 patrons that have supported community development projects throughout the state over the last 12 years. From pocket parks to art galleries to mural festivals, it's clear Michiganders are passionate about building vibrant communities. Featured Project: City Square Park, City of Fennville

Bridget Anderson, our Indiana Director, has been working hard with Hoosiers for years to help them secure funding from their communities and Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) for placemaking projects. From accessible playgrounds to mural festivals to historic preservation projects, CreatINg Places shows time and again what Hoosiers are capable of. Join Bridget on her 10 year anniversary tour around Indiana to learn more about how local changemakers have shaped the state. Register now: https://lnkd.in/eJp6KybF

We had an absolute blast last week at Project for Public Spaces International Placemaking Week in Detroit. We sat in on some amazing sessions, met movers and shakers (like Sue, who worked on one of our very first campaigns in 2014!), and celebrated our hometown's best spaces. Patronicity President & Co-Founder Ebrahim also joined a panel on Friday to talk about how crowdfunding utilizes the community as a review committee. Tell us your favorite #PlacemakingWeek moments! 👇️ 

Places Made Possible 📍 This June, your contributions helped fifteen projects reach their crowdfunding goals! From nature preserves to community hubs to summer camp scholarships, changemakers across America have been taking initiative and rallying their communities to make things happen. 📍 In Muskegon Heights, MI, Read Muskegon raised $84,646 to transform a vacant building into a brilliant Literacy Center, a shared space to hold free literacy programs and workshops while building a stronger community. This project is supported by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)'s Public Spaces Community Places program. 📍 In Mentone, IN, the Town of Mentone raised $62,502 to complete their vision for Mentzer Park, enhancing accessiblity and building pickleball courts, a disc golf course, a kitchenette, and more social spaces. This project is supported by the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA)'s CreatINg Places program. 📍 In West Bloomfield, MI, Eat's Time, an authentic Taiwanese bubble tea shop, raised $2,440 to upgrade their kitchen equipment and seating, bringing a complete Taiwanese cultural experience to Greater Detroit. 📍 In West Hartford , CT, BIKE WEST HARTFORD INC raised $7,268 to fund their annual car-free festival, Center Streets, celebrating the community, wellness, and sustainability through music, games, giant puppets, and more. This project is supported by Sustainable CT's Community Match Fund. 📍 In Sheffield, OH, The Mother to Mother project raised $2,000 to support the program, providing encompassing education, practical resources, and community assistance to local moms. This project is supported by Community Foundation of Lorain County's People's Project program.

We're excited to share another incredible milestone: 10 years of Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA)'s CreatINg Places program! To mark this special occasion, we’re hitting the road and visiting some of the communities who have utilized our innovative crowdfunding model to transform their public spaces. This is an opportunity to highlight a decade of creative placemaking across Indiana and recognize the local leaders who have been working to improve the quality of life and place in their communities. Interested in joining us for a tour of these locations and learning more about their community impact? Register now! https://lnkd.in/eJp6KybF