Forest Park Conservancy
$300,000
 Additional Funding  by Meyer Memorial Trust

This project promotes equitable outdoor access for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color), LGBTQ+ and low-income communities by breaking down barriers to nature and outdoor recreation and ensuring safe and equitable access to the mental, physical, healing and spiritual benefits that nature provides. Together, in collaboration and partnership, Forest Park Conservancy and Love is King (LIK) will create a network of Volunteer Ambassadors, that through proper training, will set the foundation of a culture in Forest Park, and over time, public lands throughout the region, where individuals can bring their whole selves to their interaction and experience with nature and strengthen and diversify the community of stewards dedicated to caring for and protecting our public lands for generations to come. Ambassadors represent people of all colors that are activated, inspired, and empowered to help raise our collective awareness and recognize and interrupt harmful behavior with love, empathy, respect, and a true sense of personal responsibility without discrimination.