What Makes A Good Neighbor?

What makes a good neighbor? Here are some accomplishments that earned people this title on Next Door.

* One neighbor was able to petition the city to demolish an old, unsafe, abandoned apartment building. In its place, he created the Edgerton Community Garden.

^ Another neighbor saw his neighbor’s home on fire, he didn’t hesitate. He jumped into action, calling the Austin Fire Department and saving both his neighbors and their beloved home.

* A Florida neighborhood started a nonprofit called Neighbors Helping Neighbors, collecting usable furniture, household goods, and clothing for anyone who may need the items.

* While they are not on the list, I would like to throw an honorable mention to the AOC7, for hosting a literacy fair that got 10,000 books out to neighborhood kids in my own area.

^ A Tennessee neighbor was nominated for beautifying areas in their Sylvan Park neighborhood. He has planted new trees, plants and flowers for others to enjoy. He also waters, gardens and encourages other neighbors to join in.

* After a brutal attack in Oakland, CA a neighbor and his wife used Nextdoor to invite neighbors to a BBQ potluck. Nearly 100 neighbors showed up, and it was an opportunity for Nextdoor neighbors to strengthen bonds within the neighborhood.

There are about ten more stories on Next Door. I do encourage you to join as it's a great way to keep in touch with your neighbors.

To join: 

https://nextdoor.com/invite/uqgtkpbrkbpqenumrsnx

This full story: 

https://blog.nextdoor.com/2015/09/22/announcing-nextdoors-2015-good-neighbor-award-winners/