Working in local politics showed us something surprising.
People can disagree without being enemies.
We've watched conversations build friendships, restore trust, and strengthen neighborhoods.
Finding the "Common Ground" helps continue to move us forward together.
Proving that compassion, truth, and neighborly love will always outshine politics.
The Neighbor Project is about exploring what it means to be a "Good Neighbor" right here at home.
CONTACT: Chris@theneighborprojectcenla.org
His Passion: Helping people become better versions of themselves by building stronger communities, inspiring positive change, and leading by example.
His Heart: Belongs to his church, family, Pinevile, the gym and his amazing social media family.
His Favorite thing about CENLA: The way neighbors become friends. People show up for each other, local businesses and organizations lift one another up, and ordinary people come together to make our communities a little stronger.
CONTACT: Samantha@theneighborprojectcenla.org
Her Passion: People. Hearing their stories, connecting people who may have not crossed paths otherwise, and finding the things we have in common.
Her Heart: Family, faith, and community. Showing up and helping where she can. Being the kind of neighbor she'd want to have.
Her Favorite thing about CENLA: The people who make this place feel like home. Familiar faces, local stories, good food, and big personalities.
Communities grow stronger when neighbors know one another.
The Neighbor Project exists to connect people across different backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences so Central Louisiana becomes a place where respect, service, and understanding thrive.
Every person has value
Respect comes before agreement
Strong neighborhoods build strong cities
Conversation change communities
Small acts create lasting impact
People connect with values.