Our All-America City Award presentations were the main attraction, but this year’s lineup of keynote speakers hit it out of the park, providing inspiration, insights, and even a little comedic...
In the weeks leading up to July 4th and America’s 250th anniversary, a newly-formed Civic Scholars Council met in Philadelphia to advocate nationally for a new civic culture born of...
Explore the 2026 All-America City Award Event through photos. Email us at [email protected] to request high-resolution versions. Keynote Speakers 2026 AAC Finalist Communities Bowling Green – Warren County, KY...
We spend enormous energy debating polarization, misinformation, and distrust in government, while ignoring the one democratic institution millions of Americans encounter most directly: the public meeting itself. I was recently...
The City of Kingston and the National Civic League have partnered to support the design and facilitation of a city charter commission. This marks over 30 years since the last...
Better Block is an urban design nonprofit that helps communities turn civic engagement into visible action. By bringing residents, local governments, businesses, and community organizations together to test ideas in...
As we celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary, our All-America Cities are a reminder of the nation’s resilience in the face of adversity. Whether it’s overcoming natural disasters, personal struggles, or...
We spend a lot of time scolding Americans for failing at their civic duty. Everyone should be speaking at town halls, voting in every election, and setting daily reminders to...
From basketball tournaments on the Navajo Nation, to pizza parties on a college campus, to a ballot measure info session in a community center – at Spread the Vote, we’ve learned that successful get-out-the-vote efforts...
