Girl Scouts are more than a youth program. Community hubs, leadership development, and strategic planning show how investing in girlhood, belonging, and early leadership strengthens local economies and builds long-term talent pipelines.

Pennsylvania’s food and agriculture industry is a cornerstone of the Commonwealth’s economy, driving resilience, job growth, and innovation statewide. This blog explores how the sector generates billions in economic impact, supports diverse communities, and is poised for future growth through Pennsylvania’s first 10-Year Food and Agriculture Strategic Plan.

On this International Day of Friendship, we explore the quiet power of social infrastructure — the human connections that hold communities together. From empathy to economic mobility, friendship forms the foundation of resilient, inclusive civic life. At Fourth Economy, we believe relationships aren’t a byproduct of progress—they’re a prerequisite.

At Fourth Economy, we have observed local governments nationwide increasingly interested in and investing in strategies to advance economic mobility for their residents.

In 2024, Fourth Economy began working with the Community Fund for Women and Girls at The Community Foundation of Greater New Haven...