Jeff Bezos is putting $100 million into neglected urban land across eight American cities, funding plans to turn vacant plots, former industrial sites and unused spaces into public parks and wildlife habitats. As reported by Bezos Earth Fund, announced on 7 July 2026, the investment will support projects ranging from the restoration of 600 vacant properties in Cleveland to a new park on a former motorway ramp in Little Rock.
Other plans include planting trees along a popular Salt Lake City trail, restoring wetlands in Indianapolis and expanding green space around Los Angeles’ historic Watts Towers. The projects are designed to improve access to nature while giving overlooked land a new purpose.
The projects differ in scale and purpose. Some focus on bringing shade and play areas to neighborhoods with limited access to green space.
Others involve restoring wetlands, creating new walking routes or turning vacant properties into small natural areas scattered throughout residential districts. Native plants and trees will feature across the programmed, alongside facilities for recreation and community activities









