De’Amon Harges joins the Coffee Break to share his profound journey as an artist, neighbor, and co-founder of The Learning Tree in Indianapolis. In this vibrant conversation, we dive into the heart of Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD), moving beyond the desire to fix neighborhoods and instead focusing on what is already possible. De’Amon discusses his vocation as a roving listener and why being needed is just as essential to human flourishing as food or shelter. We explore the transformative power of celebration, neighborhood parties, and how investing in local stories can lead to million-dollar real estate developments rooted in love and legacy.

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