- The document discusses the importance of learning about a community before attempting to aid it in order to better understand its history, needs, and perspectives. - It provides examples of research conducted in the Spring Hill neighborhood of DeLand, Florida, including a 2016 needs assessment that identified concerns around access to fresh food and exercise options as well as infrastructure issues. - Additional research like a 2018 walkability assessment provided further data on lack of sidewalks and safety issues. This research helps inform efforts like a community garden and farmers market to improve access to fresh food and green spaces as well as a grant application to improve walking infrastructure around a local school.