Empowering Communities to Protect and Enhance Our Urban Forest The City of Charlotte is thrilled to announce the return of the Tree Care Grant, a program designed to celebrate and sustain the rich biodiversity of our urban forests. By educating residents and...
Ring in the New Year with a Focus on Health! Kick off 2025 on the right foot—literally! Join us for the Charlotte New Year’s Day 5K, an exciting annual event that blends fitness, community spirit, and a commitment to supporting local food pantries. Whether you’re a...
When September arrives, fall color enthusiasts start to make travel plans to see this natural phenomenon in the mountains—but good news! Residents of Mecklenburg County can enjoy the striking tree display and stay close to home with a visit to a nearby greenway. A...
University City Partners was excited to participate in UNC Charlotte’s Earth Day Festival 2024. Senior Development Manger Drew Gaertner and Intern Caleb Brewer spent several hours at the UCP booth answering questions about the organization, getting feedback from...
Photos by Mariah Graham and Tracy Watts.
Start 2022 off on the right foot by participating in the family-friendly Charlotte New Year’s Day 5K on North Tryon Street. The race starts at 10 AM and lasts until Noon. Participants will celebrate their accomplishment and toast the new year with a post-event...
University City Vision Plan – Connecting: People. Places. Nature. The growth and development being realized in University City is nothing short of transformational. Major investments in transportation and mobility infrastructure, thousands of new rooftops, new...