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Three Stories to Inspire Your Day

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Polluted Alleyways Turned Green

Los Angeles has more than 900 miles of alleyways, covering twice the
area of New York's Central Park. But they've got a
reputation as a magnet for dumping trash and crime.

Sonia Rodriguez lived within walking distance of her kids'
school and the grocery store, but it always felt safer to
drive-until Sonia and a group of dedicated locals transformed
the alleyways and reclaimed the space.

Cheer on Allies

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The Power of Community

The Parque Padrinos group was initially formed to lead community
engagement efforts toward renovating Kiwanis Methow Park in Wenatchee,
Washington. Once a gem in the community, the park had fallen into
disrepair and become unsafe.

Thanks to tireless efforts from the Parque Padrinos and cofounder
Teresa Bendito, more than 500 community members voted on the
park's redesign and amenities. Since the renovation, Kiwanis
Methow Park is once again a popular community hub, offering
recreation, fitness, and social opportunities for the 5,000 people,
primarily Mexican American immigrants, for whom the park is within a
10-minute walk of home.
 
Parque Padrinos and Teresa have become powerful advocates for change!

Get Inspired

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A Community Anchor

"Plan or be planned for" - motto of the Mantua Civic
Association (MCA).

Philadelphia's Mantua neighborhood has a reputation for high
poverty and crime rates. One of the ways the MCA and its President
De'Wayne Drummond planned to improve the neighborhood was by
advocating for a much-needed family friendly park and playground.

TPL led a participatory design process, actively seeking feedback and
input from residents. When asked what their vision was for the space,
community members said they wanted new play equipment, safety
surfacing, and a place for parents to sit while their children played.

But 37th and Mt. Vernon Playground became much more than that. Today,
MCA uses the playground as an anchor in the community, utilizing the
space as a platform for food distribution, voter information, and
community engagement.

See For Yourself

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As we face challenges for green space and wildlife, health, and
equity-we must act swiftly to drive change. Meet our Community
Impact Heroes who are breaking down barriers to make their communities
healthier, safer, and more livable today.

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TPL turns 50

In 2023, we reflect on and celebrate our first 50 years of impact, and
we look ahead at the work still to be done. From protecting unspoiled
lands, building parks and trails, and transforming schoolyards, we
strive to create healthy, equitable communities for everyone.

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