We envision thriving U.S. cities and regions with dramatically expanded public transportation that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, enhance economic mobility, and improve public health.
The allocation of transportation funding in the U.S. is heavily skewed toward expanding road capacity, leaving public transit underfunded and underdeveloped. We must transform how transportation is funded and how resources are allocated, prioritizing investments that enhance public transit and benefit riders and communities.
Historically, public transit has lacked a constituency powerful enough to challenge the entrenched interests benefiting from road-focused policies. Our theory of change is that growing the collective power of grassroots organizations, policy advocates, and allied stakeholders will drive decision-makers to adopt funding mechanisms and spending strategies that prioritize public transit as essential to serving the public. This movement will be unified by a shared goal, a clear message, and the ability to effectively counter opposition.
Our Values
Our organizational values shape how we work internally together and influence how we engage with external stakeholders and partners.
Collaboration
Because no individual, organization, or movement can create change alone, we embrace an approach grounded in humility, reflecting a commitment to work together constructively and productively.
Trust
We strive for our relationships to be defined by integrity and confidence in the leadership and visions of local organizations, partners, and amongst our team.
Curiosity
We strive to find new possibilities and explore how we can support or build upon the work of grantees and allies. To that end, we are always open to learning and unlearning.
Transformational Impact
Today’s transportation status quo is broken, and we are committed to advancing a future where abundant public transportation enables all communities to thrive, confident that, together, we can turn this vision into reality.