Community Wealth Building

Community wealth building is about:

• Developing assets, of all kinds, in such a way that the wealth stays local
• Using local assets to make communities more vibrant
• Aiming to help individuals, families and communities control their own economic destiny

The following video explains what community wealth building is and gives an overview of our delivery plan:

Community Wealth Building Delivery Plan

Our delivery plan is split into seven sections:

1. Demonstrating our commitment
2. Developing the role of anchor institutions
3. Socially productive asset management
4. Community empowerment, engagement and involvement
5. Business growth and investment including the Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS)
6. Increasing social value through procurement and wider activity
7. Improving community resilience

Case studies

The Delivery Plan includes a number of positive case studies.

Further information about community wealth building

Sunderland City Council Procurement Performance Report 2021-22

Sunderland Community Wealth Building Delivery Plan 2021-22

Sunderland Community Wealth Building Annual Report 2020-21

Other information

You may also find useful our information about volunteering in Sunderland,  and business support.