Playground Improvement Project

The NYJL Playground Improvement Project (PIP) transforms New York City parks into safer, more welcoming spaces for families. In partnership with NYC Parks & Recreation, NYJL volunteers restore and beautify playgrounds across Manhattan through hands-on service projects each year.

25+

Parks Renovated

Years of Service

150K+

Volunteer Hours

Join Us as a Volunteer

Individuals & Groups Welcome

Transform New York City parks and create safe, beautiful spaces for families
by volunteering at one of our park days!

What Volunteers Do:

Revitalize New York City parks and create beautiful spaces for all communities by volunteering at one of our park days! Sign as an individual or email us as pip@nyjl.com to coordinate a group sign up.

Join Us for a Park Day

(weekends only)

April 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26

May 2, 3, 9, 16, 17, 30

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Sign Up Here!

Our Community in Action

Partners

We partner with a wide range of groups during our Park Days—including college alumni groups and local volunteer organizations—bringing together diverse communities to support and care for our shared green spaces.

Alongside these efforts, NYC Parks is a key partner, present every day, helping coordinate tasks, guiding what we plant and work on, and providing ongoing support to maintain the park long after each volunteer day.

Voices from the Community

“The New York Junior League’s Playground Improvement Project stands as a remarkable initiative that has helped preserve and enhance cherished play spaces across Manhattan,” said Former NYC Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue.

“The New York Junior League continues to be a valued partner in our parks, bringing care, dedication, and a deep commitment to improving playgrounds and creating spaces where families can thrive,” said NYC Parks Commissioner Tricia Shimamura