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Brooklyn Greenway Initiative is working to build the Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway and expand greenways in NYC

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** DEADLINE EXTENDED ** Apply by September 1 for u ** DEADLINE EXTENDED ** Apply by September 1 for up to $400 in funding to host an activity during GREENWAYS WEEKEND! NYC greenways will come alive this September. Join in this city-wide activation by hosting a community-based greenway-themed event — guided tours, bike rides, neighborhood meetups, nature walks, community cleanups, and more! ⁠ ⁠ GRANT OPPORTUNITY 💚 @bkgreenway and @nycgreenways are offering up to four (4) $400 microgrants to support community groups and individuals interested in participating. Complete (1) the Greenways Weekend Registration and (2) the Microgrant Application, both via link in @nycgreenways bio).⁠ ⁠ EXTENDED DEADLINE: Tuesday, September 1, at 12PM/noon. Questions? Send a DM or email weekend@greenways.nyc. #greenway #nyc #freenyc
Refreshing! Energizing! This misting station along Refreshing! Energizing! This misting station along the Greenway, courtesy of @pineappleride @streetlab, is a welcome sight to all rolling or strolling along on a hot summer day. Thank you to our fellow @nycgreenways Coalition members for managing this. 📸 @pineappleride #brooklyn #greenway #summer
From the pages of @nydailynews, this latest op-ed From the pages of @nydailynews, this latest op-ed by Andew Kimball, former president and CEO of the @nycedc, underscore that we are at the beginning of the era for GREENWAY GOVERNING. We know more clearly than ever what critical benefits greenways bring to our communities *and* our economies. Brooklyn Greenway Initiative and the many groups and individuals of @nycgreenways are ready to work with our city leaders to tackle the SCORECARD FOR GREENWAYS (more details via link in bio). "For too long, greenways have been treated as pleasant amenities. They were seen as nice places to bike, walk, or exercise, but separate from the 'real' economy. The new data makes clear that era is over ... Projects such as the Hudson River Greenway, Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway, Harlem River Greenway, and Jamaica Bay Greenway were never merely recreational amenities. They were long-term investments in mobility, public health, tourism, resilience, and economic growth. When planned well, greenways coexist and complement pedestrians, cars, and trucks ... More than 20 years ago, the greenway around the Brooklyn Navy Yard became wildly popular, integrating pedestrians, bicycles and trucks around the perimeter of one of the country’s most successful industrial parks. Well-designed greenways strengthen mobility for everyone while supporting vibrant local economies." (from "N.Y. greenways aid the economy: Trails and paths are crucial public infrastructure," published July 19, 2026. 📸 Greenway section in Industry City, 2025.
It’s a fact: NYC’s network of greenways provide im It’s a fact: NYC’s network of greenways provide important connections to public transit — in particular ferry services ⛴️ ⁠ In Brooklyn’s Sunset Park, for example, nearly 20% of Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway users are on their way to connect with @nycferry In DUMBO, that stat is 17%, with two ferry stops bookending Brooklyn Bridge Park. Further south in Red Hook, 16% of greenway users will connect to the ferry to continue their journey.⁠ ⁠ Greenway-to-ferry is the most-reported combination of transit connections (greenway-to-subway was a close second). With eight points of embarkation within a stone’s throw of the Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway, @bkgreenway + @nycferry is the perfect transit combo to help you celebrate the ongoing World Cup matches, whether you’re heading to a watch party or meeting your neighborhood team on the pitch for practice.⁠ ⁠ Watch as we go from 🚲️ to ⛴️ to make their ⚽️ Copa Mundial ⚽️ watch party (complete with a Brooklyn Bridge cameo!). #brooklyn #ferry #worldcup #fifa #copamundial
Ten years ago, the historic Naval Cemetery was tra Ten years ago, the historic Naval Cemetery was transformed and opened to the public. Today’s @bkgreenwaybotanical is more than we could have ever dreamed — and certainly what Brooklyn deserves for a lush urban greenspace 💚🌿 Alden Stoner and @naturesacred have been with us since the beginning! #brooklyn #garden #botanicalgarden #nature
Who are we to ignore the signs?! 😉 Thank you Jamai Who are we to ignore the signs?! 😉 Thank you Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy @jbrpc for sharing your invigorating ride along this southern section of the 22-mile (with 7 more miles planned!) Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway 🚲️🩵💚 #brooklyn #greenway⁠ ⁠ From @jbrpc: This is your sign 🪧 to ride the Jamaica Bay Greenway and @shirleychisholmstatepark 🚴‍♂️ This stretch of greenway, along the largest natural space in New York City, offers some of the most rewarding cycling (or rollerblading, or running, or walking!) experiences. 💆 If you love greenways like we do, and want to improve them, consider following @bkgreenway and @nycgreenways

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