Rural entrepreneurs, resilient communities, sustainable prosperity
THESE ARE THEIR STORIES
Saving Texas Teens
Jennifer Drone has faced the harsh realities of life on the streets. Her journey began when she was just 12 years old. “I’ve lived it. I’ve been a homeless teen,” she recalls. “My mom…
Reviving Utica
Utica, Mississippi, once a vibrant hub of culture and agriculture, is now on the verge of a revival thanks to the local nonprofit Sipp Culture. Despite setbacks like losing its high school in 1993, the shirt factory closing…
Making Connections
In Louisiana, rural communities often face challenges like aging infrastructure and limited resources. To help, the Community Infrastructure Team at Communities Unlimited (CU) partnered with USDA-Rural Development. This…
Transformación de agua
Since its formation in 1965, Union Water Supply Corporation (Union WSC) has been the lifeline for the residents of Garciasville, La Casita, Santa Cruz, El Chaparral, El Refugio, and La Puerta in southern Starr County, Texas,…
Building Resiliency
Linda Weatherford moved to Dumas, Arkansas, in 1986, expecting a brief stop in her teaching career before pursuing diplomatic services. Instead, Dumas became her longest-standing home. Coming from a military family, Linda…
Lewisville, AR
The Community Sustainability Team at Communities Unlimited is actively supporting the residents of Lewisville, Arkansas in their pursuit of a vibrant community. Despite common negative perceptions about rural areas, we…
One Scoop At A Time
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Northwest Arkansas Entrepreneur Cassandra Coleman and her husband Mario, residing in Dallas, Texas at the time, embarked on a 90-day sugar fast. Cassandra, who is lactose intolerant and…
Unsung Heroes: Katrina Brewer
The Unsung Heroes Series is designed to shine the spotlight on extraordinary individuals in communities across our 7 state service area. Communities Unlimited is committed to exposing the amazing work happening…
Water Warriors
The Community Infrastructure Team at Communities Unlimited (CU) in Tennessee, led by State Coordinator Annie Chiodo, plays a vital role in resolving water system issues. Technical Assistance Providers (TAPs) identify…
Lewisville, AR
The Community Sustainability Team at Communities Unlimited is actively supporting the residents of Lewisville, Arkansas in their pursuit of a vibrant community. Despite common negative perceptions about rural areas, we…
Pine Bluff Housing
Pine Bluff, Arkansas is situated where the Mississippi Delta and flat farmland intersect. The community has a rich cultural history and is known as the “Gateway to the Delta.” A decline in economic growth, and a history of…
Innovative Partnership
Brittany Scott, Owner and Lab Director of Semen and Embryo Advanced Technologies (SMART Reproduction) has turned a groundbreaking vision into a reality since founding the company in 2021. As the first USDA-inspected and…
Saving Texas Teens
Jennifer Drone has faced the harsh realities of life on the streets. Her journey began when she was just 12 years old. “I’ve lived it. I’ve been a homeless teen,” she recalls. “My mom…
Reviving Utica
Utica, Mississippi, once a vibrant hub of culture and agriculture, is now on the verge of a revival thanks to the local nonprofit Sipp Culture. Despite setbacks like losing its high school in 1993, the shirt factory closing…
Making Connections
In Louisiana, rural communities often face challenges like aging infrastructure and limited resources. To help, the Community Infrastructure Team at Communities Unlimited (CU) partnered with USDA-Rural Development. This…
Transformación de agua
Since its formation in 1965, Union Water Supply Corporation (Union WSC) has been the lifeline for the residents of Garciasville, La Casita, Santa Cruz, El Chaparral, El Refugio, and La Puerta in southern Starr County, Texas,…
Building Resiliency
Linda Weatherford moved to Dumas, Arkansas, in 1986, expecting a brief stop in her teaching career before pursuing diplomatic services. Instead, Dumas became her longest-standing home. Coming from a military family, Linda…
Lewisville, AR
The Community Sustainability Team at Communities Unlimited is actively supporting the residents of Lewisville, Arkansas in their pursuit of a vibrant community. Despite common negative perceptions about rural areas, we…
One Scoop At A Time
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Northwest Arkansas Entrepreneur Cassandra Coleman and her husband Mario, residing in Dallas, Texas at the time, embarked on a 90-day sugar fast. Cassandra, who is lactose intolerant and…
Unsung Heroes: Katrina Brewer
The Unsung Heroes Series is designed to shine the spotlight on extraordinary individuals in communities across our 7 state service area. Communities Unlimited is committed to exposing the amazing work happening…
Water Warriors
The Community Infrastructure Team at Communities Unlimited (CU) in Tennessee, led by State Coordinator Annie Chiodo, plays a vital role in resolving water system issues. Technical Assistance Providers (TAPs) identify…
Lewisville, AR
The Community Sustainability Team at Communities Unlimited is actively supporting the residents of Lewisville, Arkansas in their pursuit of a vibrant community. Despite common negative perceptions about rural areas, we…
