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Mission

Grounded Strategies partners with residents to transform vacant and underutilized land into spaces that foster environmental, economic, and social transformation using evidenced-based strategies. We do this by providing tools, training, and technical assistance for reclaiming vacant spaces, embracing intergenerational participation and youth development.

Background

One of the legacies of Pittsburgh's population decline are thousands of vacant lots. Vacant land in our region represents a complex environmental challenge that disproportionately burdens low income communities and communities of color. Restoring vacant land for productive use improves community health while creating economic and environmental benefits.