The Obama Administration wanted to improve federal government effectiveness in community-based work to provide impoverished communities across America a better chance to realize transformations they have been working toward. Star Cypress along with the Partnership for Public Service and the Obama Administration’s Community Solutions Team collaborated with more than 20 federal agencies to create a new program for federal employees who work directly with local governments, nonprofits and businesses tackling issues such as economic development, education, transportation and public health. Star Cypress led curriculum design to develop the training and served as moderator. The program was offered to over 400 participants to enhance their knowledge and skills to more effectively support communities across the United States. The success of the 2016 program led to the design and delivery of additional programs in 2017. To continue to advance successes in the nation’s communities, the Partnership for Public Service received a grant from the Kresge Foundation to improve the capacity of federal agencies by equipping federal workers with enhanced skills to catalyze community revitalization. Star Cypress led the grant through the development of tailored capacity-building and assistance activities in select Promise Zone communities. The work improved federal and local leaders’ ability to strengthen communities and evaluate the impact of their efforts.