Groundwork Jacksonville, Inc. was established in 2014 as the city's nonprofit partner in building the Emerald Trail and restoring McCoys Creek and Hogans Creek. Groundwork Jacksonville is one of 21 Groundwork USA trusts in the country and the only trust in Florida.
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Groundwork Jacksonville is seeking qualified applicants to join our team as a full-time Emerald Trail Steward responsible for maintaining the Emerald Trail under the direction of the
Emerald Trail Stewardship Manager. The role requires a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and the ability to work well in a team environment. Learn more at Careers – Groundwork Jacksonville
Celebrate Trails Day Was Awesome!
Groundwork Jacksonville hosted Celebrate Trails Day Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the LaVilla Link Butterfly Garden. This FREE family event was made possible by Baptist Health and the Community Forestry Program of the USDA Forest Service.
Read MoreSponsorships Available for the Emerald Trail 5K/10K
A limited number of sponsorship opportunities are still available for the 6th Annual VyStar Emerald Trail 5K/10K and 1-mile fun run presented by JTC Running on Saturday, September 27, 2025.
Read MorePark Street Mural Celebrates Neighborhood History
The newly completed 1,100-foot-long mural along the Park Street Bridge on the Emerald Trail LaVilla Link celebrates the rich history of Jacksonville’s LaVilla and Brooklyn neighborhoods. Led by artist Overstreet Ducasse, in collaboration with artists Grace Bio, Dustin Harewood, and Alexi McMonigle, the mural is a tribute to the past, encapsulating the essence of LaVilla and Brooklyn’s cultural legacy.
Read MoreRotary Clubs Achieved Goal of $250,000 for Emerald Trail Riverside Link
The Partnership of Northeast Florida Clubs of Rotary International, representing ten local Rotary Clubs, raised $250,000 for Groundwork Jacksonville to help fund a portion of the Emerald Trail Riverside Link.
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