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Free ZIP Playbook

See what your community actually needs

The Community Playbook™ gives pastors and nonprofit leaders a clear, prayer-centered snapshot of their ZIP so you can set ministries by need, delegate next steps, and start the right conversations with trusted partners.

The gold mine for me is that it takes the brain energy out of saying, 'Where could I go first? Where could I connect? Where could I partner?”
Dr. Thomas · Way Community · Roosevelt NY

Independently developed by Leslie B. James .

Quick demo

When your community is your congregation

Watch leaders use the Playbook to see their ZIP clearly, pray first, set ministries by real need, delegate next steps, and start the right conversations with trusted partners.

Leaders on the ground

How leaders gain insight and take action

Across the country, pastors and nonprofit leaders are finding new clarity, connection, and measurable impact when they lead with their neighborhood in view.

“The Playbook gave us language and clarity to connect our faith to community impact.”

Dr. Thomas · The Way Community Church · Roosevelt NY

“It helped us see what God was already doing in our town and how to join Him more intentionally.”

Scott Grey · Spur Methodist · Spur TX

Inside Community Playbook™

See clearly. Connect wisely. Act with confidence.

A simple flow shaped by leaders on the ground.

Built for leaders on the ground

How people use the Playbook

It feels like a listening session before you host one. Set ministries by need, delegate next steps, and start the right conversations.

Church

  • Set ministries by real need
  • Delegate clear next steps
  • Prepare sermons and briefs

Nonprofit

  • Recruit church volunteers
  • Coordinate faster with partners
  • Report outcomes to funders

Network

  • Shared metrics across ZIPs
  • White-label and training
  • Faster collaboration cycles

Access. Activate. Advance.

The Playbook helps leaders see clearly, move strategically, and build partnerships that last — so your people spend less time guessing and more time serving.

Access

For pastors and nonprofit leads who wear three hats. Get a fast read on your neighborhood, language you can use this Sunday, and a first plan you can delegate.

Free
Up to $499/year for full access
Get Your Playbook
  • ✔ ZIP-level insights with plain-language prayer prompts
  • ✔ Add & verify trusted local partners
  • ✔ Shareable 30-day action snapshot (delegate in minutes)
Network Builder

Activate

For city/network leaders and funders who need alignment and proof. We come to your community to align 5–15 organizations, set shared priorities, and launch early wins you can report.

Starting at $7,500
Per city or network cohort
Schedule a Planning Call
  • ✔ On-the-ground facilitation + Playbook setup
  • ✔ Shared language, partner alignment, clear owners
  • ✔ Measurable roadmap with outcomes & reporting rhythm

Advance

For senior teams ready for culture change and replication. Experience what’s possible together — then bring the model home with confidence.

Digital Advance

A live, team-based cohort that builds shared clarity, decision-making, and a replicable playbook — while you act locally.

$7,500 – $10,000

Per church or network

Cultural Advance

Travel as a team to learn from leaders already transforming their city. See outcomes up close and return ready to adapt, not copy.

$15,000 – $25,000

Per immersive experience

Explore Advance Options