2026–27 Roadmap

Building a Strong, Sustainable Future for BLVA

Our Vision

By the end of 2027, the Ben Lomond Village Alliance will be recognized as the organization that brings Ben Lomond together, champions meaningful community improvements, develops local leaders, and creates lasting opportunities for residents to connect, volunteer, and shape the future of our village.

We know that sustainability is about more than finances. It comes from shared leadership, engaged volunteers, trusted partnerships, and systems that allow great ideas to outlast any one individual.

We’ve developed a clear roadmap for the next 18 months, which will guide our decisions, investments, and volunteer efforts toward the initiatives that will have the greatest long-term impact on our community.

Our Values

As leaders, we are guided by shared values that shape both our decisions and the culture we want BLVA to create.

  • Community & Connection
  • Compassion & Inclusiveness
  • Purpose & Service
  • Curiosity & Creativity
  • Leadership Through Action
  • Stewardship of Ben Lomond

Our Theme: Sustainability

Every priority in our 2026–27 plan supports one overarching goal: Building an organization that can continue creating positive change for Ben Lomond for generations to come.

Sustainability means:

  • Growing leadership beyond the Board.
  • Creating systems that reduce burnout.
  • Building strong partnerships.
  • Investing in projects with lasting impact.
  • Creating financial stability.
  • Developing future community leaders.

Organizational Measures of Success

By the end of 2027, BLVA will be known as:

  • The organization that brings Ben Lomond together.
  • A trusted partner with County leaders and community organizations.
  • A welcoming place where volunteers become leaders.
  • An organization with strong systems that support sustainable growth.
  • A catalyst for visible improvements throughout the village.
  • A champion for local businesses.
  • A trusted steward of community resources.
  • A place where people feel they belong and can make a meaningful difference.

Guiding Principles

As BLVA grows, we remain committed to the principles that have made our organization successful:

  • We welcome everyone.
  • We listen before we act.
  • We create opportunities for connection.
  • We work collaboratively.
  • We lead with kindness.
  • We invest in projects with lasting impact.
  • We develop future leaders.
  • We celebrate our community.
  • We have fun together while making Ben Lomond a better place.

Together, these principles ensure that BLVA remains not just an organization that hosts events or advocates for projects, but one that builds community, develops leaders, and creates lasting positive change for Ben Lomond.