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.
To deliver quality parks and services, you can’t go it alone. Partnerships are the key to effective park management, operations, and programming. And strong partnerships require strong agreements–ones that clearly…
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.
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 […]
Request for Proposals for Event Planning, Administration, Coordination & Consultation Services for Greater & Greener 2028 Atlanta, GA • June 3-6, 2028 City Parks Alliance seeks a full-service, professional event-planning firm to provide consultation and administrative services to implement an operational plan and coordinate all the components necessary to produce our biennial Greater & Greener […]
City park leadership today requires a rare skillset: the ability to manage people, steward nature, and respond to unpredictable, rapidly changing circumstances. To help communities thrive in turbulent times, park leaders have moved far beyond traditional roles. The most successful are finding innovative ways to deploy park and recreation resources that deliver significant city-wide results. […]