INSTALLING A GRACE TRAIL
THE FIRST STEP
Every Grace Trail begins with someone who sees what’s possible.
Bringing a Grace Trail to Life
A Grace Trail is created through collaboration between local leaders and the Grace Trail team. Each installation reflects the character of its location while following the Grace Trail framework and five guiding questions.
Communities across the country have brought Grace Trails to life in parks, campuses, healthcare spaces, and public places where people gather and walk.
THE INSTALLATION PROCESS
Bringing a Grace Trail to life happens in a few simple steps.
Step 1
Start the Conversation
Complete the questionnaire to begin the conversation about bringing a Grace Trail to your community and exploring your vision for the space.
Step 2
Explore the Possibilities
Review a tailored proposal and explore ideas for funding, partnerships, and community support to help bring your trail to life.
Step 3
Design Your Trail
Work with the Grace Trail team to shape the layout, signage, and details that will make the trail unique to your community.
Step 4
Bring the Trail to Life
Your local team installs the trail and prepares to introduce it to the community.
Step 5
Welcome Your Community
Celebrate the opening and watch the trail become a place for reflection, connection, and growth for years to come.
University of Massachusetts Boston HarborWalk Grace Trail
“Grace Trail gives our students, faculty, and community members a way to walk the talk, taking meaningful steps toward reflection, resilience, and self-care. We’re proud to support this holistic approach to mental health on our campus.”
Marcelo Suárez-Orozco
Chancellor, University of Massachusetts Boston
Your Trail Starts Here
A short questionnaire to help start the process will be available soon. In the meantime, feel free to reach out directly to begin the conversation.
Email anne@gracetrail.com
