Camden Community Partnership

05/22/2026

05/20/2026

Team Camden had the opportunity to travel to San José, California, for Reimagining the Civic Commons Studio 11 Convening: Diverse Cultures, Common Ground.

Bringing leaders from across the country together to explore how public spaces, art, culture, and community engagement can help people feel more connected to their cities and to each other.

This experience left us inspired, energized, and full of ideas for future community development. From intentionally designed pocket parks and vibrant public plazas that drive foot traffic and support local businesses, to neighborhood-defining mural projects that strengthen identity and create destination corridors.

🏙️ Reimagining the Civic Commons cohort cities:
Akron • Camden • Charlotte • Cincinnati • Detroit • Lexington • Macon • Memphis • Minneapolis–Saint Paul • Philadelphia • San José

05/19/2026

Shared Ground, Shared Future. This year's theme said it all. Eight years in, and the Camden Environmental Summit continues to grow in attendance, in conversation, and in impact.

This year's summit brought together the people and organizations who understand that protecting our land, air, and water requires collective responsibility and action. Thank you to the sponsors who made this summit possible: New Jersey American Water, Rutgers University—Camden, Rowan University EMR USA Metal Recycling, and Camden County Government

Your support is what keeps this mission moving forward.

Thank you to every attendee, speaker, advocate, and partner who showed up and contributed to this work. See you next year!

05/18/2026

05/06/2026

Getting around Camden is simple.
Download the Camden Loop app, book in minutes, and ride for just $2.

05/04/2026

We’re just days away from this year’s Environmental Summit—where innovation meets impact. This year's summit is proudly presented with the support of our Title Sponsor, New Jersey American Water.

Take a look back at the energy, conversations, and momentum from last year. 🌍

04/29/2026

What a great night on Monday at the Cooper Plaza and Lanning Square community meeting!

We loved connecting with neighbors and sharing updates on Sheila Roberts Park and 7th & Clinton Street Park alongside Camden County Parks and the City of Camden.

Your voices, ideas, and energy are helping shape these spaces into something truly special. We value every bit of input and cannot wait to break ground on these amazing community parks!

04/13/2026

Plant something that outlives you. Saturday, May 16th we will be planting trees in the ground at Stockton Station Park and we need hands.

No experience needed. RSVP here: https://www.ctlcamden.com/volunteerfortreeplanting-146779.html.

We'll handle the shovels, the saplings, and the snacks. You handle showing up for something that'll still be growing long after you're gone.

04/09/2026

Spring called. Camden YMCA answered🌸 Healthy Kids Day is BACK! April 25th at Elijah Perry Party and it's all FREE. See you there. 🏀 🏈 ⚽️

Click here to register: https://airtable.com/appWlhlmJnyZFVIqY/pagO9lzU7bFNqtrUG/form

02/04/2026

Help shape the future of food in Camden!

We’re exploring a community-owned grocery store (food co-op) — and we want to hear from you.

Your input can help:
• Improve access to healthy, affordable food
• Support local businesses and jobs
• Strengthen quality of life in Camden

👥 Open to Camden residents and workers (18+)
🎁 Earn a chance to win a $65 gift card

👉 Take the survey: https://bit.ly/4sX7hSV
📅 Deadline: March 13
The Joint Board Senator Walter Rand Institute for Public Affairs
Research funded by the Rowan University / Rutgers-Camden Board of Governors