NewVue Communities in North Central Massachusetts employs a collaborative organizing model that relies on developing cohorts of “stewards” who work with local government on issues such as health, public education, and art. These leaders identify issues in the community that need attention. NewVue builds their skills to communicate these issues effectively to decision makers and work collaboratively to plan and implement solutions. Almost 50 local artists serve as arts stewards, focusing on projects such as developing affordable studio space for local artists in formerly vacant spaces and advising on creative design of a multi-use trail.