Thank you for Supporting DAG!

As DAG concludes our 25th year, we are grateful for what has been an extraordinary year of programs, advocacy, and community engagement. None of it would have been possible without the support of our members, donors, volunteers, speakers, and partners. Thank you for helping us continue our mission of fostering informed conversations about Philadelphia's built environment and advocating for a better city through design.

This year brought significant change. We began the year at the Philadelphia Ethical Society and have since settled into a wonderful new home at the Village of Industry and Art on South Broad Street. Our new space has provided exciting opportunities to expand our programming and continue convening people from across Philadelphia's design, planning, development, and civic communities.

Over the past year, DAG's events and advocacy efforts have explored a wide range of issues shaping our city, including the public realm, historic preservation, transit-oriented development, transportation, public policy, housing, and, of course, architecture and urban design. Through lectures, discussions, and advocacy initiatives, we have continued to champion thoughtful, equitable, and design-driven solutions to the challenges and opportunities facing Philadelphia.

While our move to the Village of Industry and Art has created new opportunities for growth, it has also increased our operating expenses. As an independent nonprofit organization, DAG relies on supporters like you to make our work possible. Your tax-deductible contribution helps DAG present our free, monthly, open-to-the-public meetings and special events while supporting our advocacy initiatives. Even a modest contribution sends an important signal to potential funders, partners, and decision-makers that DAG matters and that Philadelphians value thoughtful design, planning, and civic engagement.

DAG is careful with your dollars. We operate on volunteer power, supported by just one excellent part-time staff member, ensuring that contributions directly advance our mission.

If you value the events, advocacy, and educational programs we provide, please consider making a contribution. Your support ensures that DAG can continue to be a leading voice for thoughtful urbanism, exceptional architecture, and a more equitable Philadelphia. Thank you for being part of our community.