Community Partnership Initiative (CPI)

 CPI fosters collaboration between government agencies, nonprofits, and businesses to enhance disaster response and community resilience.

CPI promote collaboration between public and private sector organizations to enhance disaster mitigation, response, and recovery efforts.

• The handshake at the top represents partnership, trust, and cooperation.

• The three quadrants depict key components of community engagement:

1. Small Business and Economic Stability – Highlights how local businesses contribute to economic resilience.
2. Housing & Shelter Solutions – Emphasizes the need for secure and sustainable housing options, particularly in disaster recovery.
3. Community Services and Resources – Showcases the role of organizations, services, and outreach programs in strengthening neighborhoods.

 1. Public-Private Sector Collaboration

• Strengthening cross-sector partnerships to improve crisis response.
• Engaging with businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies to align resources and strategies.

2. Support Disaster Mitigation and Response

• Implementing proactive risk reduction initiatives to safeguard communities.
• Enhancing coordination to respond swiftly and effectively to emergencies.

3. Recovery and Long-Term Resilience

• Supporting housing restoration, business continuity, and rebuilding efforts.
• Providing support for communities to recover stronger and more sustainably.  

4. Support Economic and Social Stability

• Encouraging local economic development through strategic partnerships.
• Ensuring that community members have access to essential services and employment opportunities.

• No single organization can do it alone—collaboration leads to stronger, more effective solutions.
• Partnerships increase access to funding, expertise, and innovative solutions.
• A connected community is more prepared, more resilient, and more capable of bouncing back from disasters.

• Engage with Us – Join our network of partners to support community-focused initiatives.
• Support Local Efforts – Invest in resilience-building programs for long-term sustainability.
• Spread Awareness – Advocate for the importance of cross-sector collaboration in disaster preparedness and recovery.