Friend of Trust for Public Land,

Nearly half of Americans report feeling alone or left out sometimes or always and a lack of meaningful social interactions on a daily basis. One in five reports rarely or never feeling close to other people. Loneliness, consequently, undermines health.

Yesterday, we released the 12th annual ParkScore^® index, which shows that cities with the highest rankings are healthier places to live. We measured the 100 most populous cities in five categories: access, investment, amenities, acreage, and equity.

Using the information from our ParkScore report, we are studying access on a block-by-block basis, pinpointing areas where new parks are most needed, and working with municipal leaders nationwide to improve parks. With your support, we can break down barriers to park access and create opportunities for people to engage with nature—and each other.

For the love of parks,

Howard Frumkin

Director of the Land and People Lab

Trust for Public Land

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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