The People's Money (2024-2025)

The People's Money is New York City's annual citywide Participatory Budgeting (PB) initiative where community members decide how to spend part of the city's budget. This democratic process is open to all New Yorkers, ages 11 and up, regardless of immigration status. 

The third cycle kicked off on October 10th, 2024 with more than 75 contracted partners working on hosting Idea Generation workshops across the five boroughs.

What is Idea Generation?

Idea Generation invites residents to virtual and in-person workshops to learn about the city budget cycle, identify community needs, and brainstorm project ideas through interactive activities and discussion. 

How do you submit an idea?

Submit a new idea online or attend an in-person workshop to design your idea with your community.

How does The People's Money work?

The People’s Money is divided into four phases, and it takes two years to complete. The first three phases run in one year, and the last phase project implementation runs in the second year. 

The first three phases include (1) idea generation, (2) idea evaluation (3) voting. In the fourth phase, (4) project implementation, community organizations take a full year to implement the projects that voters select.

To learn more about The People's Money phases click below: 

• Borough Assemblies
• Citywide Voting
• Project Implementation