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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    Peer Conversation

    Moving from Data to Action: Improving Park Equity

    May 21, 2025Virtual

    Continue the conversation about data and technology from our April webinar, with a slightly different spin! Join your peers for an animated discussion on how d…

  • May 1, 2025

    Parks and Technology Report

    City Parks Alliance

    In our new report, we are cutting through the noise to help you navigate the opportunities, benefits, and challenges of using technology in urban parks. You’ll…

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  • Mar 27, 2025

    Five Takeaways on Technology in Public Spaces

    City Parks Alliance

    By Ryan MottauDirector of Digital Engagement at MIGPortland, Oregon  As a park and recreation planner with an eye for new technology, I’ve made a two-deca…

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  • Dec 16, 2024

    Parks and Green Stormwater Infrastructure

    City Parks Alliance

    Green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) manages runoff naturally, reducing flooding and pollution while enhancing urban resilience, creating green spaces, spurri…

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  • Mar 25, 2025

    Host the 2027 Park Study Tour!

    City Parks Alliance

    Host the Next Park Study TourWe are seeking proposals from cities interested in hosting a Park Study Tour in 2027!Shine a spotlight on your innovative urban pa…

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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.