Block by Block is a solutions-based, relationship-building approach that identifies and assists neighborhoods that want to come back to life.  The program builds on the tremendous work already done by block, providing resources to make each property on the block fully habitable.  The goal is to complete eight blocks by the end of the 2009 calendar year.

The Mission:

The mission of Block by Block is to rebuild, re-energize and revitalize Cedar Rapids neighborhoods one block at a time.

Core Values:

Block by Block is a solutions-based, relationship-building approach that, with honesty, integrity, and compassion, assists neighbors. 

     Honesty:  Operating in a truthful and open manner.

     Integrity:  Adherence to moral and ethical principles.

     Compassion:  Feeling empathy for homeowners' misfortune. 

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FIRST RIBBON-CUTTING CELEBRATED!

After nearly 4,000 volunteer labor hours, Block by Block, the grassroots organization that intends to rehabilitate and reunite neighborhoods, is celebrating its first benchmark of success: the completion of its first block.   Organizers, supporters and neighbors gathered in the middle of the 1300 block of 8th St., NW, on Tuesday, Oct. 27 to cut the ceremonial ribbon Tuesday morning.  The block, which has had 15 properties rehabilitated and four slated for buy-out, kicked-off the program in late July.  Block by Block will have resolutions for seven more participating blocks by the end of the year.   Read more