Park Accessibility

in New York City

New Yorkers for Parks

100+ year history of:

Research

Develops tangible policy recommendations around findings related to park development, management and sustainability.

Advocacy

Campaigns that drives both immediate actions and long-term policies that protect and enhance the city's vast network of parks

Partnership

Builds and maintains strategic partnerships with key stakeholders in the public and private sectors.

Low-income Areas

6.4 acres

Predominantly colored people

Predominantly concrete

High-income Areas

14 acres

Predominantly white people

Predominantly green

The average park is "more than 7 decades old and hasn't seen a major renovations since 1997"

Raising Park Standards

$15,000: Maintenance and Renovations.

$55,000: Green Effort

Encourage Engagements

$30,000: Support Businesses, Organizations, Schools, and Club in organizing park activities.