It takes tremendous energy and
imagination to build a city. Our city has to be more than streets and structures.
It has to engage the spirit, hopes, and dreams of our people. This vision
of the community is what creates a strong and dynamic city. The Phoenix Community
Alliance is a tool to help make that happen.
The Phoenix Community Alliance is the only major, private sector catalyst dedicated solely to the revitalization of Central Phoenix. The Phoenix Community Alliance is a coalition of over 200 business leaders allied with individuals who lead government, cultural organizations, educational and faith institutions, and with other stakeholders in Phoenix's Central City. Formed in 1984 as a 501 (c) 3, non-profit corporation, the organization is supported entirely by dues from its corporate members, who donate countless hours, a wealth of resources and expertise to enhance the quality of life in Phoenix.
The public and private sector has invested over $3.3 billion in Phoenix's urban core since 1984. The investment is one that the Phoenix Community Alliance continues to protect, nuture and grow.
Facilitates, assists and promotes planning, design, and implementation of quality development for the public and private benefit
Focuses public attention and awareness on critical development and planning issues
Stimulates discussion and cooperation among the public and private sectors
Provides coordination and assistance to the City of Phoenix and other government agencies and private enterprise for central city development
Induces greater commitment of public and private resources to community planning and development
Expands opportunities to increase the economic vitality of the urban core and the Phoenix community
Supports, promotes and catalyzes the renovation of neighborhoods and improvements in housing, services and amenities in central Phoenix
Promotes, facilitates and catalyzes development of cultural and educational resources for the benefit of all the residents of the Phoenix metropolitan area; and, enhances the quality of life and lifestyle in central Phoenix