JP Morgan Chase invests $750K in Southern Gateway Park to spur economic development in Oak Cliff

Bridge park will change the landscape of South Dallas and revitalize surrounding community Sponsored by JP Morgan Chase Southern Gateway Park is bringing more than five acres of urban green space and amenities spanning I-35E between Ewing and Marsalis Avenues, and JPMorgan Chase is eager to help. The bank has committed $750,000 to support construction of the transformational bridge park adjacent to the Dallas Zoo. Southern Gateway Park will connect the vibrant Oak Cliff community that was divided by the highway in the 1950s. “Every person, regardless of where they live, deserves to have beautiful amenities and public spaces where they feel welcome,” said April Allen, president and CEO of the Southern Gateway Public Green Foundation. “Southern Gateway Park will transform our community by providing increased greenspace, significant economic development and safer places to live and play.” SGP AprilAllen, CEO Once open in 2026, the park is expected to attract 2 million visitors annually and generate more than $1 billion in economic impact during its first five years. “We can’t bring this vision to life without the incredible support of our private-sector partners like JPMorgan Chase,” said Allen. “We are grateful for their financial investment and shared commitment to the...