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Want to Support a Healthy Democracy? Start Here.

The Stanford Social Innovation Review published a piece by Alexa Bush and Kyle Kutuchief — members of the…
Building a More Hopeful and Resilient Future by Reimagining the Civic Commons

The ReImagination Café podcast featured the work and impact of Reimagining the Civic Commons in a two-part series…
Akron Bets Big on Parks to Revitalize Downtown

Governing magazine featured how Akron reopened a major downtown park after a $17 million renovation, as part of…
How 59 Data Points Helped Foundations Spark Elusive Change

The Chronicle of Philanthropy featured the work of the Akron Civic Commons team to galvanize public space investments…
The Power of the Commons
The Power of the Commons

In 2016, a diverse network of city governments, nonprofits, community groups and national foundations committed to an ambitious…
Civic Commons Learning Journey: Akron

Co-hosted by Dan Rice, President and Chief Executive Officer at Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition and convener of…
Socioeconomic mixing
Investing with Intention: Socioeconomic Mixing

Socioeconomic mixing is a core outcome of Reimagining the Civic Commons. The civic infrastructure of communities—the parks, trails,…
‘Revival of the people and the souls’ on the shores of Summit Lake

“I think this has turned into a place where you can actually come and get peace,” says SeKoria…
Summit Lake neighborhood welcomes Akron Marathon, relay runners

“This is huge. I think it’s long overdue. I’m really grateful they finally pulled South Akron into the…
Patrons brave Akron’s orange barrels for summer’s special events

“Despite the construction, Lock 3, the city’s biggest outdoor concert venue, is on track to post a banner…