National Municipal League
Logo of the National Civic League
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| Predecessor | National Municipal League |
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| Formation | 1894 |
| Founded at | Philadelphia |
| Website | www |
The National Civic League is an American non-profit organization with a mission to advance civic engagement to create equitable, thriving communities. It was founded as the National Municipal League in 1894 at the National Conference for Good City Government in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The convention of politicians, policy-makers, journalists, and educators (including Theodore Roosevelt, Louis Brandeis, Marshall Field, and Frederick Law Olmsted) met to discuss the future of American cities. It also promotes professional management of local government through publication of "model charters" for both city and county governments.
The National Civic League applies civic engagement principles through key programs: Community Assistance, Research and Publications, and Awards and Events. It is best known for its All-America City Award, given to ten communities annually.
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