Help Us Build Something Special for Communities Across America
Local Connections USA is an independently operated community platform — built by one person, free for everyone. Your support helps keep it that way.
Everything here is free — and we want to keep it that way
We're not a corporation or a nonprofit. We're one founder personally building a national resource that brings communities together.
Community Ideas Board
Free for all 50 states
Educational Resources
Life skills, financial literacy & more
Community Boards & Events
Open to everyone, no cost
My Faith, My Story
All beliefs welcome, always free
Make a Contribution
Choose any amount. Every contribution goes directly toward keeping this platform free and growing.
One-time contribution
Annual support
An annual contribution helps us plan ahead and keep building for the whole year.
Please note: Local Connections USA is an independently operated website, not a registered nonprofit or tax-exempt organization. Contributions support the operation and development of this platform and are not tax-deductible as charitable donations.
Recognition Program
Contributors are recognized based on their annual contribution level. Recognition is always optional — you can choose to remain anonymous.
Community Supporter
Any amount
Your name (or "Anonymous") listed on our Community Supporters page.
Community Partner
$25 / year
Community Partner badge + listed in our Community Partners directory.
Community Champion
$100 / year
Community Champion badge + featured placement in the Partners directory.
All recognition is optional. Contributors may choose to remain anonymous at any time.
"I'm building this because I believe communities are stronger when people are connected, informed, and supported. Every contribution — no matter the size — helps me keep going."
— John Hayden, Founder, Local Connections USA
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