WalkBoston | Making Our Communities More Walkable

Good Walking Is Good Business

WalkBoston is spreading the message to cities and towns that for businesses supporting improved walking conditions is a sound but sometimes overlooked investment. Dollar for dollar, the returns are impressive, from more customers to healthier, more productive employees. read more
Making Massachusetts more walkable.

WalkBoston makes walking safer and easier to encourage better health, a cleaner environment and vibrant communities. We advocate for policies that produce walking friendly environments, with special emphasis on providing for those who depend on walking the most – children, seniors, people with disabilities, and transit riders. read more
Safe Routes to School

WalkBoston has worked to successfully developed lasting Safe Routes to School (SRTS) programs that increase walking and that engage students, teachers, parents and community members. Starting in 2012, WalkBoston is embarking upon a multi-year SRTS effort three Massachusetts cities to implement SRTS programs that benefit student health and benefit the environment with the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) over time. read more

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