As COVID-19 continues to present challenges to communities caring for parks across the city, we are offering an inspiring and informative lineup of webinars to support you. Join us throughout the fall to learn how to work with NYC Parks, set goals, and grow your membership during the pandemic. WORKING WITH NYC PARKS DURING COVID-19: TIPS FOR COMMUNITY GROUPS Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, NYC Parks staff and community groups across the city are working tirelessly to help all New Yorkers enjoy our most valuable public assets—our parks and green spaces. Join us at this webinar to hear updates from NYC Parks and get tips on how to best advocate for park projects in your community during this challenging time. This webinar will include: A breakdown of NYC Parks’ structure and divisions Who to contact to address concerns about your local park Updates on special events and sports permitting How to advocate for, or check the status of, a park repair or renovation Featured speakers: First Deputy Commissioner Liam Kavanagh, NYC Parks Chief of Capital Strategic Initiatives Diane Jackier, NYC Parks Park Manager Wes Hamilton, NYC Parks—Manhattan Districts 6, 8, &15 Queens Outreach Coordinator Sara Baral, Partnerships for Parks Wednesday, October 28 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm REGISTER NOW Setting Goals During Uncertain Times How can community leaders set meaningful goals when so much is in flux? In this two-part webinar, we will walk you through techniques from the Partnerships Academy Fellowship, which leaders have used to reach new fundraising goals, receive 501(c)3 status, develop new programs, and recruit members. You will also meet like-minded New Yorkers doing important work to support their parks and communities. Attending BOTH sessions of this webinar is recommended. As a bonus, we are offering a chance to win FREE raffle prizes by taking Leah's Goal-Setting Quiz! Session 1: Creating Meaningful and Achievable Goals Learn how to set mission-based goals which are rooted in your group’s strengths, and leave with concrete next steps. Monday, November 9 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Session 2: Being Persistent Despite Setbacks Learn practical techniques for moving forward after facing challenges on the path to your goal. Thursday, December 10 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm   REGISTER NOW Growing Your Community Park Group during COVID-19 Are you looking to bring more members into your NYC community park group and keep them engaged? At this webinar, we invite you to reflect on what your group needs and make a step-by-step plan to attract the right volunteers. We will show you how clearly defined roles, effective meetings, and appreciation initiatives can keep volunteers motivated. You will also: Refine and practice your pitch for recruiting volunteers Get tips from experienced facilitators on leading Zoom meetings Learn about converting in-person roles to online volunteer opportunities Discover how to involve youth volunteers in your group Tuesday, November 17 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm REGISTER NOW Generous private support is provided by The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust, Craig Newmark Philanthropies, Altman Foundation, Con Edison, the Greenacre Foundation, TD Bank, and the MJS Foundation. Public support is provided by the NYC Council under the leadership of Speaker Corey Johnson through the Parks Equity Initiative. Partnerships for Parks is a joint program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks that supports and champions a growing network of leaders caring and advocating for neighborhood parks and green spaces. We equip people and organizations with the skills and tools needed to transform these spaces into dynamic community assets.