Newsletters
Best of 2016
2016 was a year of tremendous growth and learning here at PBP, and as it comes to a close we can honestly say we’re not just aiming to transform democracy – we’re actually doing it. Join us for a look at our three biggest wins this year: ➊ We expanded PB to a record number…
Read MoreYouth Power, Freezer Vans, and the White House
Get these updates in your inbox: Sign up for our newsletter Dear Friends, School’s out for the summer. Grills are firing up. People are finding ways to stay cool. But democracy doesn’t take the summer off. Midway through 2016, join us for a look at what we’ve done, where we’re going, and how we can…
Read MoreYouth Power, Freezer Vans, and the White House
Get these updates in your inbox: Sign up for our newsletter Dear Friends, It’s been a big year – here’s what we’ve been up to so far Building federal support for PB We’ve been to the White House twice this year, to open up more federal funding and resources to help PB grow. First, we…
Read MoreBest of 2015 – Top 3 Wins Reshaping Democracy
Get these updates in your inbox: Sign up for our newsletter This year participatory budgeting (PB) has empowered more people to get involved in their communities and done more to fix democracy than ever before. Your support for PBP has helped us ensure that PB is a tool for real democracy and equity where people…
Read MorePBP News: PBConference; New PB report; Meet an 8th grade budget delegate; Seattle Youth lead citywide PB
Get these updates in your inbox: Sign up for our newsletter We’re busy on the frontlines of democracy as we welcome the fall! We have marked our calendars for major events, expanded our PB family in Greensboro and New York, and reflected on past work with one of our youngest delegates! 1. PB Conference: Call…
Read MorePBP News: By the People Conference, College PB in Texas, Seattle Job, Staff Interviews
Get these updates in your inbox: Sign up for our newsletter We’re busy on the frontlines of democracy as we welcome the fall! We have marked our calendars for major events, expanded our PB family in Greensboro and New York, and reflected on past work with one of our youngest delegates! Join us at the By…
Read MorePBP News: Big Harvard Award, 15 Metrics to Evaluate PB, Engaging Students and Ex-Prisoners, 6 Processes Launch
Get these updates in your inbox: Sign up for our newsletter 1. PBNYC wins Harvard award Team-work and dedication pays off. PBNYC was honored with the Roy and Lila Ash Innovation Award for Public Engagement in Government from Harvard University! PBNYC was selected for demonstrating how municipal governments can solve some of our most intractable…
Read MorePBP News: Young leaders, PB conference updates and job(s), and an economy for the 99%
Summer’s heat can’t slow down Participatory Budgeting! This month our team is growing, young people are finding real power in their communities, and we’re finding new ways to make PB work better. Get these updates in your inbox: Sign up for our newsletter 1. Young people leading change 8th grader lands $225K for NYC school…
Read MorePBP News: Big Award for Boston, Your Vote Results, Job Openings!
We’re warmly embracing democracy this July! We’ve watched Boston generate stellar results in its youth PB process, had a very successful benefit and PB2 ballot of our own, and are looking for two new members to join our team in Greensboro, North Carolina! Get these updates in your inbox: Signup for our newsletter 1. Award…
Read MorePB News: Job opening, parties, votes, and awards
It’s May… the sun is shining and PB is blossoming again. Votes across the country, love from Harvard, and our #PBParty are inspiring us to keep moving. Your work in your communities as advocates, organizers, and leaders makes all this possible! 1. PB in the New York Times: “the ultimate inclusive party” We agree and…
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