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Becoming an engaged neighbor should be a celebrated and normal way of life.
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Learn about how David Burton launched this program in 2018. Then connect with David on LinkedIn to get updated information about neighboring.

Find over 600 articles on the We-Are-Neighbors Blog. With over 10,000 page views monthly this blog is is among the most popular blogs nationally.

University of Missouri Extension is home to the Engaged Neighbor Program. There are also peer-reviewed publications about issues related to neighboring and a must-read story about neighboring in Excelsior Springs, Missouri..

Anyone in the United States can enroll in our award winning Neighboring 101 class. Or Missouri residents can enroll to be part of Neighborhood Leadership Academy each fall. Email David Burton with questions.

Neighbor-focused holidays like Missouri Good Neighbor Week provide a special opportunity to celebrate engaged neighbors. Dont' live in Missouri? Then National Good Neighbor Day is for you!

Show-Me Neighborhood Art Month began as a week long event in Springfield, Missouri but turned into a whole month celebrated across Missouri. To participate, register your public art creation for free to participate in June!

David Burton has several books available on Amazon. Or you can read his recommended list of neighboring books or his book reviews at Good Reads.

David Burton's newest book, "Neighborhood Mission Trips for Everyday Christians" is now available on Amazon and he is available for speaking engagements on the same topic.

The Engaged Neighbor Program has won many awards. And been featured on many podcasts featuring the Engaged Neighbor Project.
Would you like to visit on the topic of neighboring and how it can help your family, neighborhood and community? Contact David Burton to schedule a phone call or Zoom. David is also available for group presentations in person or via Zoom.
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