Vital Parks for All

New York City’s parks are vital. In an era where our city is facing greater challenges than ever, ranging from the threat of extreme weather to increased park use, we need a plan that can protect and grow our city’s living infrastructure. Learn more about how we define, measure, and invest in our parks, to deliver a Vital Parks System to the New Yorkers who need it the most.

Explore the Vital Parks System

What aspects of a Vital Parks System matter most to you? Through our Vital Parks Explorer, you can check more than 20 different elements that matter most to New Yorkers. Learn more about access to these amenities across the city, your community, and even your block.

Explore the System

Check Your Park’s Vital Signs

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As part of our plan, we’ve developed a new comprehensive analysis of every park in the city, and developed a score that will help you understand the recent condition of your park at a glance. Learn more about our analysis and check your park’s Vital Signs.

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Read our Plan

Vital Parks for All: Investing in New York City’s Living Infrastructure is our plan to protect existing park facilities, equitably deliver new park resources to underserved communities, and equip New Yorkers with information to enjoy, celebrate, and support their parks.

Read the Report

Watch the Forum

On June 20, 2024, NYC Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue hosted a forum, Vital Parks for All: Investing in New York's Living Infrastructure, to launch the initiative. Watch Commissioner Donoghue and experts across several disciplines come together to debate and speak about the importance of our parks system and the myriad ways it strengthens our city's health, environment, and communities.

 

 

Get Involved

Want to get involved? More than half a million New Yorkers have volunteered in a park since the launch of our Let’s Green NYC initiative. Browse our Volunteer Directory to find the group that is right for you. Meet fellow volunteers, and work together to care for your parks and advocate for your community.

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Share Your Feedback

Do you have a question or comment about Vital Parks for All, or thoughts on what you would like to see added? Contact the Commissioner to share your feedback.