Join Us

Join a broad coalition of foundations, corporations, and government agencies passionate about supporting the community-driven co-creation of lively, inclusive, and sustainable public spaces.

Interested in joining? Contact us to learn more!
placemakingfundersforum@pps.org
Jacob Cohen
Development Manager

Membership Benefits

  • Invitations to regular members-only online discussions
  • Access to post-meeting briefs that highlight key takeaways from meetings
  • Ability to create and join affinity groups based around specific topics of interest
  • Up to three (3) member logins for staff and board members
  • Invitations to member-prioritized educational opportunities such as case study presentations, one-day workshops, and topical deep dives
  • $50 discount on all Project for Public Spaces trainings and conferences (up to $200 in value)
  • Opportunity to connect with members through in-person gatherings at our International Placemaking Week conference and in rotating member cities
  • Introductions to relevant members for advice and networking
  • Access to searchable member directory
  • Access to members-only Google group for further discussions and sharing
  • Mention in bi-weekly Placemaking Round-Up Newsletter (~34K subscribers)
  • Access to annual learning reports that compile and refine post-meeting learnings

Membership Plans

The Placemaking Funders Forum is open to philanthropic organizations of all types and sizes, including corporate social responsibility teams, foundations, public agencies, and more. General membership dues are based on the total annual grantmaking of the organization at large.

Membership dues are annual and tax-deductible to the full extent allowed under IRS 501(c)(3) law.


Become a Sustaining Member

The Placemaking Funders Forum is made possible by the support of a core group of Sustaining Members. This tier of membership receives several exclusive benefits, including:

  • Unlimited member-area logins for staff and board members
  • Invitations to join a Sustaining Member Advisory Group to guide the growth of the network and its offerings
  • Opportunities to speak at the International Placemaking Week conference
  • Two (2) hours of one-on-one coaching with a Project for Public Spaces staff member
  • One (1) complimentary ticket to a Project for Public Spaces conference or training of your choice, within the year of your membership
  • Spotlight in our bi-weekly Placemaking Round-Up Newsletter (~34K subscribers)
  • Recognition as a Sustaining Member across Project for Public Spaces communications
Interested in joining? Contact us to learn more!
placemakingfundersforum@pps.org