Originally founded in 1998 as WALKSacramento, our organization began as a passionate, all-volunteer effort to advance health equity through smarter land use, transportation, and community development. In 2001, we became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and in 2021, we evolved into Civic Thread—a new name and fresh identity that reflect a broader vision, while staying true to the values that have guided us since day one.
Over the past decade, we’ve continued to build on the legacy of WALKSacramento, driving meaningful, community-centered change across the Sacramento region. Now, it’s time to celebrate how far we’ve come.
Join us for a special evening to honor the people, partnerships, and progress that have shaped healthier, more equitable communities for all.
🗓️ Date: June 4, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 p.m
📍 Location: Bike Dog East Sacramento
Since our early days as WALKSacramento in 1998 and our transformation into Civic Thread in 2021, we’ve remained committed to creating a region where every person can safely and easily walk, bike, and access public transit.
Over the years, Civic Thread has:
- Secured over $8.5 million in infrastructure improvements along routes to schools.
- Supported 100+ schools across 7 counties
- Achieved Complete Streets, Safe Routes to School, and Healthy Retail policies
- Partnered with communities, agencies, and developers to prioritize equity, active transportation, and environmental justice in new developments
- Uplifted the voices of BIPOC and low-income community members through authentic and inclusive decision-making.
🎉 Highlights of the Evening:
- Honoring local champions who have been critical to our success
- Silent auction featuring curated local items, experiences, and more
- Dinner and 2 complimentary drinks included with each ticket
- Live storytelling and community connection
💛 Those who make a $50+ donation prior to the event will be recognized during the evening’s program.
Celebrate the past, uplift those who’ve led the way, and join us in shaping a more equitable future.
We encourage all guests to walk, bike, or take transit to the event if possible—in the spirit of our mission to create healthier, more sustainable communities.
