My name is Lindsey, I'm a member and founder of Dear Neighborhood, where I help produce and plan events. My sister Kristie is the lead founder, and I've been proud to work alongside her on this mission.

As an introvert, I've personally experienced how meaningful Dear Neighborhood's work is. Our organization's goal is to help people talk to their peers, step out of their comfort zones, and genuinely connect with one another, not just during our events, but long after they're over. In many ways, Dear Neighborhood has helped me grow too.

What I love most is the kind of people our events attract. We consistently see kind, generous individuals who are willing to volunteer and help others. It's created such a positive community. Through our Instagram, we've also been able to help people get out and vote, which has been another rewarding way to support our community and encourage civic engagement.