At The Place Institute, we empower communities to create inclusive, people-centered public spaces that strengthen democracy, foster connection, and enhance well-being. Through our programs, we drive real and measurable change by providing the tools, knowledge, and support communities need to shape their environments. Rooted in equity, collaboration, and action, each initiative harnesses collective creativity and shared knowledge.
Initiatives we are actively working on to transform spaces and strengthen communities.
A regional initiative focused on restoring and reactivating community sports courts across Latin America through a place-based, people-centered approach.
A practical, action-oriented framework that helps communities, institutions, and cities activate public spaces through placemaking.
A strategic initiative to strengthen local economic development in Mexico City by supporting independent restaurants and fondas through funding and training.
Programs that have already made a real difference in the communities where we work.
A placemaking initiative through the Southwest Airlines Heart of the Community program, implemented with PPS to activate public spaces and generate impact.
A pandemic-response initiative with the Coca-Cola Foundation to revitalize public spaces, creating safe, vibrant parks and strengthening community resilience.
The upcoming initiatives we are preparing. Ideas that will soon turn into action.
A hands-on disaster recovery program that transforms crisis sites into vibrant public spaces, restoring community life through a rapid, community-driven approach.
A global leadership and learning program that supports districts in designing, implementing, and managing public spaces to foster vibrant, inclusive, and resilient communities.
A collaborative initiative to develop the Feminist Budgeting Toolkit, helping cities align public investment with equity, care, accessibility, and inclusion.
A community-driven program transforming public spaces across India into vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable places through locally responsive and ecologically resilient solutions.
A two-day intensive training for Black and Latino BID leaders to reclaim public space, build community power, and activate place-based economies through placemaking.
A people-centered approach to urban development that prioritizes public space, participation, and long-term social, economic, and environmental value.
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