Great parks make great cities. They strengthen communities, boost local economies, and nurture our shared sense of belonging.
As the nation’s only independent, multisector organization dedicated solely to the future of city parks, City Parks Alliance gives the field a collective voice in shaping policy, securing funding, and driving innovation.
We’re the “go-to” organization for cutting-edge research demonstrating that city parks are critical infrastructure and addressing emerging issues facing urban parks professionals.
We’re a trusted convener, bringing together urban parks professionals across sectors to learn and collaborate through honest conversations.
We’re the national voice for urban parks and green spaces, championing the funding they need to thrive.
Join this one-hour virtual roundtable in anticipation of the National Park Service’s upcoming NOFO for the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) program, which provides grants for land acquisition, new park development, or the renovation of existing parks.
Greater & Greener is the only conference dedicated to exploring the full potential of parks as city-building tools. It’s a conference for doers from government, nonprofits, and communities who are…
June 13-16, 2026
Austin’s parks are a testament to its commitment to a healthier, happier community and respect for protecting and fostering the natural and native environment.
Discover them yourself at the next Greater & Greener conference, June 13-16, 2026.
Over the past 20 years, as I have led City Parks Alliance, I have been struck by a simple truth: parks hold a city’s DNA. They are markers of a city’s history, politics, culture, and values. You can visit a city’s park system and learn to read these indicators by the condition and accessibility of […]
Dear City Parks Alliance Members: For the past twenty years, I have had the incredible honor of leading the City Parks Alliance. Together, we have built a movement that recognizes urban parks not just as amenities, but as essential infrastructure for healthy, resilient, and equitable cities. Today, I am sharing the news that I have […]
No Single Leader Can Make Thriving Parks Happen Alone No single leader—or agency—can meet the full potential of parks today. Once green islands whose boundaries were managed independently, parks today touch other urban infrastructure and need to be managed accordingly. In 2026, a park isn’t just a place to sit; it’s a cooling center, a […]