When it comes to engaging with host communities, even the best intentions can go awry without a robust process. Anglo American's award winning Socio-Economic Assessment Toolbox (SEAT) provides a structured way to work with their neighbours to improve their well-being.
The attached pdf document (which can be downloaded by clicking on the 'download' link) contains all the tools (forms) used at different stages of the process.
This is clearly a good example of one way of how to be a force for good company.
You can also read an overview/summary of their overall approach here.