Leveraging the Power of City Parks

City Parks Alliance is the only independent, nationwide membership organization solely dedicated to urban parks.

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    Innovative Ideas from the Greater & Greener Research Lab

    Jul 30, 2024Virtual

    If you missed the City Parks Research Lab at Greater & Greener 2024, you can catch some of the highlights in this webinar! The Research Lab featured organizati…

  • Jun 20, 2024

    Seattle’s Parks in the National Spotlight at Greater & Greener

    City Parks Alliance

    Seattle’s Parks in the National Spotlight, Showcasing Parks as Critical Urban Infrastructure that Support Climate Resiliency, Equity, and Well-Being2024 Greate…

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  • Jul 3, 2024

    U.S. Conference of Mayors Adopts City Parks Resolution Calling for the Passage of the Outdoors for All Act

    City Parks Alliance

    On June 23, 2024, the US Conference of Mayors (USCM), at its 92nd Annual Meeting in Kansas City, MO, adopted a new city parks resolution that urges Congress to…

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  • Apr 9, 2024

    Explore Act Passes the House; Nonprofit & Business Groups Urge Swift Action by Senate

    City Parks Alliance

    Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act. This bill contains the Outd…

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  • Explore the Equitable Park Funding Hub

    The Equitable Park Funding Hub provides easy access to information on a variety of funding sources relevant for parks and recreation in low-income communities …

  • Dec 21, 2023

    City Parks Alliance’s Strategic Plan 2023-2028

    City Parks Alliance

    The past few years have thrown parks into the spotlight. Parks are safe havens, critical urban infrastructure, and manifestations of equity, or too often the l…

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City Parks Alliance Membership Network

City Parks Alliance members make up a dynamic network of urban park and recreation leaders, city planning and design professionals, public officials, advocates, funders, and innovators from all sectors.

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Meet Our Champions for City Parks

Mayors for Parks Coalition

The bipartisan Mayors for Parks Coalition recognizes the important role of parks in cities and advocates for increased federal funding for city parks and greenspace.

Funders Learning Network

The Funders Learning Network is a national network of funders with a specific focus on the potential of parks, recreation, and green space in cities.

Research Partners

Together with economists, engineers, public policy experts, advocates, and practitioners, we are delivering practical solutions that address critical emerging issues in cities.