Businesses

Businesses can...

1. Learn the names of repeat customers of all ages
2. Set boundaries for store behavior
3. Model honesty, integrity, caring and responsibility in their work

Neighbors

Neighbors can...

   Promote an environment of caring, safety, and security

1. Start by learning the names of other neighbors
2. Pay attention to youth activity in the neighborhood

Schools

Schools have a unique opportunity to...

1. Lead asset-building visions and initiatives
2. Advocate for children and families
3. Create a safe and nurturing school environment
4. Be an asset-building role model for the entire community

Parents/Guardians

Parents and Guardians can...

1. Focus on the positive aspects of difficult situations
2. Concentrate on enhancing the assets they already build
3. Eat at least one meal per week as a family
4. Remember that youth with more assets are more likely to grow up healthy and competent
5. Rely on each other to build and support assets

Volunteers

Volunteers can...

1. Work with youth to become asset-builders
2. Share their special skills—listening, leadership, experience
3. Develop peaceful conflict resolution skills
4. Encourage youth and provide opportunities to become involved in community service actions

Coaches

Coaches can help...

1. Develop confidence and self-esteem
2. Teach peaceful conflict resolution skills
3. Teach how to take care of their health and well-being
4. Develop communication skills with others
5. Incorporate asset-building moments into regular team-building activities

Congregations

Congregations can...

1. Build intergenerational relationships
2. Reach out and work with parents and guardians
3. Have a positive presence in the community
4. Lead asset-building visions and initiatives
5. Advocate for community members
6. Provide community service opportunities