Public spaces are central to local economies. “When you go to a neighborhood park or hang out at a recreation center, you may not think about the economic impact of the public amenity you are enjoying. But research shows that our public spaces can generate significant economic value. “And when investments are made with intention, public spaces can help catalyze equitable economic opportunity in cities and neighborhoods while reducing costs from health care to climate change.” #publicspace #economy #localgov #economicdevelopment #value #equity #research #climatechange #investments https://lnkd.in/ePhWm96D
Reimagining the Civic Commons
Philanthropic Fundraising Services
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 4,049 followers
Transforming our shared civic assets to foster engagement, equity, environmental sustainability and economic development
About us
Reimagining the Civic Commons is a national initiative that is transforming our shared civic assets to foster engagement, equity, environmental sustainability and economic development in cities across the country. To counter the trends of increasing economic segregation, social isolation and distrust, a collaboration of national foundations and local civic leaders are reimagining civic assets as a solution. Together, we are demonstrating that transformative public spaces can connect people of all backgrounds, cultivate trust and create more resilient communities. We believe in the power of the commons.
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http://civiccommons.us
External link for Reimagining the Civic Commons
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- Philanthropic Fundraising Services
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
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- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2016
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Check out the results of co-creating high quality civic infrastructure on the social fabric of a neighborhood. In Detroit’s Fitzgerald neighborhood, between 2017 and 2023: ✅ The percentage of residents who say most people can be trusted nearly tripled from just 13% to 34%. ✅ The percentage of residents who say they can trust their city government to do what is right most of the time grew from 12% to 30%. ✅ While residents who said they never spent time socializing with their neighbors decreased from nearly 1 in 5 to only 1 in 20. ✅ And the overwhelming majority of residents feel hopeful about its future: 97% believe the neighborhood will improve in the next few years (up 20 percentage points). Impressive results in just 6 years. Imagine if this was the norm in communities across the country? https://lnkd.in/eHGC-uZQ THE JPB FOUNDATION Knight Foundation The Kresge Foundation William Penn Foundation City of Detroit Live6 Alliance - Detroit Invest Detroit #trust #connection #loneliness #hope #publicspace #civicinfrastructure
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Congratulations to Reimagining the Civic Commons partner, Kaci Murley tapped as the next Executive Director of the Overton Park Conservancy in Memphis. “Memphians cherish Overton Park and the magic of the Old Forest, and they want to see a successful Conservancy. I know this work, and I am absolutely energized to build and sustain a strong and lasting public asset while leading an incredible team that embodies dedication to the mission every single day. I love this city so much, and I could not be more honored to begin this new chapter.” #Memphis #nature #publicspace #civicinfrastructure #leadership https://lnkd.in/eFu6vHFM
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FloatLab, a 75-foot-wide floating work of art with an observation deck, classroom, stage, gallery, fishing spot and kayak launch is being built on the Schuylkill River at Bartram's Garden. https://lnkd.in/e9i_cayZ Mural Arts Philadelphia J. Meejin Yoon #Philadelphia #nature #connection #civicinfrastructure #art #publicspace William Penn Foundation Knight Foundation National Endowment for the Arts Institute of Museum and Library Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development City of Philadelphia
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In celebration of National Black Business Month, uplifting Reimagining the Civic Commons partner city, Macon, Georgia which has increased the proportion of Black-owned businesses in its downtown from 18% to 28% in just three years. #smallbiz #downtown #equity #Macon #Georgia #economicdevelopment NewTown Macon Knight Foundation Macon-Bibb County Consolidated Government Christele Parham, MBA Josh Rogers https://lnkd.in/eWSztCXU
Downtown Macon sees an increase of Black-owned businesses
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Key insights from this Vox article on loneliness in America: 💡 No one is immune to loneliness, and its impacts are as bad for your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. 💡 "Research has found that people were happiest when they interacted with a variety of people, from family members and best friends to coworkers and strangers. Make an effort to talk to as many different kinds of people as possible." What if we doubled down on investing in our shared civic spaces – parks, libraries, trails, Main Streets and community centers – as an intentional strategy for addressing the epidemic of loneliness? What if every design decision and program offering was evaluated through a lens of social connection? https://lnkd.in/gUHQcqYd #loneliness #connection #publicspace #civicinfrastructure #socialinfrastructure Julianne Holt-Lunstad
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"Civic infrastructure can contribute many positive outcomes in communities. It can create spaces for people to gather and socialize, combatting America’s loneliness epidemic. It can shift a neighborhood’s reputation, reducing the stigma born of disinvestment and negative media reports. It can mitigate climate impacts and support neighborhood economies." However, all too often, this type of infrastructure isn’t being measured in terms of its multiple benefits. We’re here to change that. Read this article on why measurement matters and download tools that can help you capture the impact of your investments in parks, trails, libraries and other civic spaces. #measurement #impact #civicinfrastructure #publicspace #metrics #Detroit Interface Studio THE JPB FOUNDATION Knight Foundation The Kresge Foundation William Penn Foundation Live6 Alliance - Detroit City of Detroit Invest Detroit https://lnkd.in/eHGC-uZQ
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More evidence of the multi-faceted benefits of investing in robust, nature-rich civic infrastructure: A study of efforts in Denver finds that every $1 invested in green schoolyards yields a $3 return. Next City Grist Children & Nature Network #green #publicspace #civicinfrastructure #Denver Priya Cook Lois Brink https://lnkd.in/e6ueva28
How Greener Schoolyards Benefit Kids – and the Economy
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When public spaces are best in class, we all win. Last month, Philadelphia magazine named the Trolley Trail in West Fairmount Park “Best New Trail” and the Anna C. Verna Playground in FDR Park “Best Playground” in their Best of Philly® 2024 issue. https://lnkd.in/e2SBX3tU Fairmount Park Conservancy Philadelphia Parks & Recreation City of Philadelphia William Penn Foundation Studio Ludo #Philadelphia #parks #trails #civicinfrastructure #BestInClass
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Public space is a solution. It's time for the U.S. to invest in the public realm in ways that keep people and communities cool despite extreme heat. Just like these global cities. READ: https://lnkd.in/eEVhbscZ #climate #heat #publicspace #resilience #global #inspiration
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