Partnerships for Parks - Vital Parks for All, Grants Webinars, Design Support, and more

 

Vital Parks for All: Investing in NYC's Living Infrastructure

We’re thrilled to announce that NYC Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue has released Vital Parks for All: Investing in NYC's Living Infrastructure, NYC Parks’ $3.2 billion plan to protect existing park facilities, equitably deliver new resources to underserved communities, and equip New Yorkers with information to enjoy, celebrate, and support our parks! 

As we face growing challenges across our city; including increased reliance on parks, aging infrastructure, and climate change and extreme heat; protecting our living infrastructure has become more important than ever. As part of Vital Parks for All, NYC Parks developed a list of measurable elements that contribute to a Vital Parks System with one of the core elements being engaged New Yorkers like you. The Citywide Parks Network, a key strategic initiative with City Parks Foundation, will create a network of organizations committed to parks, from grassroots groups to larger conservancies, building capacity and developing new partners in underserved communities to ensure all parks are supported by engaged New Yorkers, making them active and vibrant public spaces.

Find out how your park measures up! Check out the Vital Parks Explorer, a digital map which details the health of individual parks at a glance to check your park’s vital signs today! Additionally, if you lead a community group dedicated to parks, you can add your group to NYC Parks’ volunteer directory to increase your group’s visibility and attract new volunteers!

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NYC Green Fund Crowdfunding Challenge Info Session

Looking for funding to support your local park, community garden, green street, or street trees? There's still time to apply to the NYC Green Fund Crowdfunding Challenge, which provides up to $3,000 in matching funds to approved community projects that are hosted through an ioby crowdfunding campaign.

Join us for an informative, virtual Q&A and presentation on the NYC Green Fund Crowdfunding Challenge to discover key strategies for maximizing your fundraising efforts. Learn about the benefits of donation matching, exclusive resources, and personalized support. Register now to gain valuable insights and ensure your project reaches its full potential.

Registration for this session is required and will close the day before the event. You will receive information on how to join the webinar once you register. 

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

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Design Support

Want to create a brochure, website, or other promotional materials? We offer custom design support to strengthen the outreach, membership, and program-planning capacity of community groups who care for neighborhood parks across our city.

Design support can be used to create brochures, websites, and marketing materials (including business cards, postcards, logo consultation, and more). Apply now to take your outreach efforts to the next level with design support. 

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Make it Rain: Grants for Your Green Space

Join us as we partner with CitizensNYC to talk grants, financial resources, and tips to secure funding for your 2025 projects.

This webinar is hosted by NYC Parks GreenThumb, the nation’s largest urban community gardening program, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. 

Thursday, June 27, 2024 from 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m 

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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.