About
Helping You Sustain What Matters Most
Independent Sustainability Systems, Inc. (ISSI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the systems and structures that keep communities functioning and families supported. Our work focuses on resilience, operational readiness, digital modernization, and equitable access to opportunity.
ISSI began with a commitment to sustainability in all forms — not just environmental, but social, economic, and institutional. Today, our mission reflects the evolving needs of communities across the United States: the need for stability, preparedness, and long-term growth in the face of rapid change.
Our Mission
Our mission at ISSI is to strengthen the long-term sustainability of communities, public systems, and local economies through resilience planning, technology innovation, workforce development, and capacity-building. We empower organizations and individuals with tools, training, and strategic guidance that enhance readiness, preserve essential services, and expand equitable opportunity.
Our Values
Every step we take is measured against our values as an organization:
- RESILIENCE: Communities thrive when they can withstand disruption.
- EQUITY: Everyone deserves access to opportunity, information, and essential services.
- INNOVATION: Technology should empower — not exclude — communities.
- EDUCATION: Knowledge builds capacity; capacity builds sustainability.
- PARTNERSHIP: When we work together, we’re stronger.
Our Vision
We envision a world with strong, resilient communities where essential systems — education, food, health, connectivity, and economic opportunity — remain stable, accessible, and equitable. We imagine a future where individuals and organizations have the capacity and confidence to navigate change and build a more secure tomorrow.
Our Identity
We focus on sustaining what matters most: the systems and supports that people rely on every day. ISSI provides tools and knowledge to strengthen communities from within, ensuring they have what they need to adapt, grow, and thrive.
Learn About Our Impact
Our non-profit works with organizations and communities worldwide, making a lasting impact on people across the globe. Learn more about our impact and proven track record for building sustainable systems.
