Groundwork USA is a network of independent, not-for-profit, environmental businesses called Groundwork Trusts linked together by the Groundwork USA national office. Locally organized and controlled, Groundwork Trusts provide cost effective project development services focused on improving their communities’ environment, economy and quality of life.

Each Trust represents a strong partnership between government, business, foundations, community groups and residents. Projects serve a common agenda and are designed to accomplish other goals such as job training and environmental education. All projects and activities of Groundwork are carried out through a creative mix of staff and volunteers to leverage resources and engage businesses and residents in the transformation of their own communities.

Creating better, safer and healthier neighborhoods. The mission of the Groundwork USA network is to bring about the sustained regeneration, improvement and management of the physical environment by developing community-based partnerships which empower people, businesses and organizations to promote environmental, economic and social well-being.


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Take a look at some of our most recent projects:

Harambee community gardens

Groundwork Milwaukee helped lead the Green Initiative of the Harambee North Planning Committee in its first project to transform vacant lots into community gardens.

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KK River Trail

Over 100 environmentalists, design professionals, and community members joined forces in October 2006 to brainstorm ideas to enhance the trail and better connect it to the surrounding neighborhoods. A map of the proposed trail and visuals from the planning event along with a book are available for download below.

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The latest headlines about Groundwork Milwaukee:

11.24.2006

:: Bike path might pave new way along KK river - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

11.2006

:: Brainstorming the KK River Trail - Bay View Compass