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Revitalizing public lands and neighborhood greenspaces to create healthier communities, stronger connections, and opportunities that last.

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Washington Parks & People

Parks & Greenspaces

Revitalizing public lands and neighborhood greenspaces to create healthier communities, stronger connections, and opportunities that last.

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A Rock. A River. A Tree.

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Washington Parks & People is not a government agency. We are a non-profit community organization that revitalizes public lands and neighborhood greenspaces to create healthier communities, stronger connections, and opportunities that last.

For more than 30 years, we’ve transformed neglected parks into vibrant places for food access, community health, green job training, and cultural celebration.

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Upcoming Events

MLK Day

Day of Service: Meridian Hill / Malcolm X Park

Community Parks
All Welcome
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MLK Day

Community Celebration: Josephine Butler Parks Center

Community Parks
All Welcome
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MLK Day

Warm Hearts Clean Parks
Service Initiative:
Marvin Gaye Park
5200 Foote St NE
Washington DC

Community Parks
All Welcome
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Communities
Impacted

+300

Parks Are Powerful. People Make Them Thrive.

Growing Community Health, Equity & Justice Through Washington, DC Parks

What We Do Across Washington, DC

We activate parks as engines for:

  • Community health
  • Environmental restoration
  • Urban agriculture & food access
  • Workforce development
  • Arts & cultural expression
  • Neighborhood resilience

A Park For All People.

Our Core Programs

Community Harvest

Community Harvest

Urban farming, food justice, and sustainable agriculture.

Green Corps

Green Corps

Award-winning green job training.

Heart & Soul

Heart & Soul

Wellness and community health programming.

ParkArts

ParkArts

Arts and culture in public spaces.

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Let’s grow a healthier, greener, more connected DC — together.

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Washington Parks & People

Our Impact in Washington, DC

25+
Parks, gardens, and public spaces restored
These revitalized acres include restored forests, improved trails, and enhanced park spaces created through long-term stewardship and community-led restoration projects.
300k+
Volunteers mobilized
Volunteers participate in cleanups, tree planting, invasive species removal, urban gardening, and community events that strengthen environmental health across Washington, DC.
50+
Tons of fresh food grown and shared
Food grown through our community farms and green space programs supports local residents, increases nutrition access, and strengthens environmental education.
30+
Green job graduates launched
Graduates complete hands-on workforce development programs preparing them for careers in urban forestry, conservation, landscaping, and environmental stewardship.
34+
Years of community-driven park stewardship
For more than three decades, community partners, volunteers, and local leaders have helped revitalize parks, strengthen neighborhoods, and champion public green spaces.
325+
Events hosted across all venues
Events include concerts, outdoor festivals, educational workshops, family activities, and community gatherings that activate parks and bring neighbors together.
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A Park For All People

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Tours available by request.
Event inquiries welcome.