Are you interested in taking your advocacy to the next level by volunteering for CSG? We are excited to introduce our “Smart Growth Watchdogs” volunteer program, and we believe you have what it takes to make a significant impact! If you’re interested, read on for more information!
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CSG News: The issues are as hot as the weather!
Thanks to your advocacy, we’re celebrating more wins for smart growth in our region! Embrace August’s opportunities to make a difference — such as becoming a Smart Growth Watchdog! — to drive even more positive change. And don’t miss our Popsicles in the Park meet-up with partners WABA and CCAN!

Our 2023 Livable Communities and Community Hero Awardees
We are excited to announce that this year’s Frederick and Diana Prince Livable Communities awardee is City of Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson! We will also be honoring our Sanders-Henn Community Hero awardees, smart growth community advocates Kyle Reeder and Bernard Holloway from Prince George’s County, Tina Slater from Montgomery County, Kim Hosen from Prince William County, and Michelle Krocker from Northern Virginia.

Shamrocks and Smart Growth with Jeff Speck, author of Walkable City!
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the urbanist way with Jeff Speck, CSG, and metrobar! Jeff is traveling to DC for a special reading from his recently released 10th Anniversary edition of Walkable City. Signed copies of Jeff’s book will also be available for purchase. Tickets for this special event ($25) include one drink.

From the entire team at CSG, thank you!
This was our most successful end-of-year fundraising campaign yet. Thanks to you, we achieved our goal of raising $150,000 to meet our budget and enter this year strong.

Our 2022 Year In Review!
You may be wondering what it is we do with your donations. Well, you can get the detailed rundown by reading our Annual Report. But if you’re in a rush, here’s a summary:

Invest in a winning team: donate to CSG!
We really need you! By December 31, we need to raise $150,000 to continue our work. There is good news: our biggest donors have offered over $70,000 in matching gifts so any amount you give will go twice as far! Please contribute to CSG today so that we can continue to fight for a more inclusive, sustainable region.

We had a great time celebrating CSG’s 25th Anniversary!
For all those who attended, thank you for joining us. We are thrilled and touched by the great turnout and your enthusiasm. It was wonderful to see so many old friends – and to meet new friends, after two years of “virtual” meet-ups. Be sure to check out the photos!

Snag tickets for our 25th Anniversary celebration!
The countdown has officially begun for our 25th Anniversary celebration and fundraiser, and you’re invited! Join us on Thursday, May 12 from 6-8pm at the Capitol View at 400 – an open air rooftop with a great view of the iconic Union Station. Spend the evening mingling with smart growth advocates and enjoying the gorgeous view. We’ll also have wine, beer, and delicious hors d’oeuvres.

Enter our scooter raffle today by becoming a monthly donor!
Become a monthly donor by February 21 for a chance to win an electric scooter (with a year of free maintenance) donated to CSG by our friends at King Scooters DC!