Author name: Abby Voyles

Green Philanthropy: Why the Next Great Civic Investments Will Be Environmental

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In the history of great cities, civic investments have often followed a predictable arc. We’ve built grand libraries and museums, championed arts districts, revitalized historic buildings, and funded cutting-edge medical facilities. These investments have defined eras, shaped neighborhoods, and left lasting marks on our culture. Now, a new chapter in civic philanthropy is emerging — […]

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How Evidence-Based Design Fights Urban Heat

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The Challenges and Opportunities Present in the Southwestern Medical District Landscape There is an unfortunate irony present in the Southwestern Medical District today. The institutions that call the Medical District home are of world-class caliber. More than 42,000 dedicated professionals in the Medical District respond daily to the profound call to care for the health

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The Power of Place: Why Donors are Funding Spaces, Not Just Buildings

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by Heather Stevens In a philanthropic landscape long dominated by buildings and naming rights, a quiet yet powerful transformation is underway. Today’s most visionary donors are no longer asking what will be built in their name. Instead, they are asking how a planned space will make people feel—how it will invite connection, foster impact, and

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A Prescription for Dallas: Transforming the Southwestern Medical District at the Intersection of Health and Nature

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This introductory blog serves as a comprehensive level-set for the entire Southwestern Medical District Transformation Project. It offers a full overview of the vision, context, and foundational strategies behind this ambitious initiative. Future blog posts will be shorter in length and will dive more deeply into specific, unique aspects of the project—such as our community engagement process, evidence-based design

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2023: Designing the Future of the Southwestern Medical District Together!

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The SWMD Transformation team is excited to share our reflections from a busy, inspiring 2023. Read on to hear more about the variety of local stakeholders who provided their valuable insight on the project last year, how our team progressed in the areas of our five project pillars, and the various opportunities where we had

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