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EVENTS 

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Transportation Learning Series

The Equitable Transportation Fund (ETF) is launching a learning series to build field cohesion, inform philanthropic investment, and explore systems-change strategies in transportation. Rooted in ETF's commitment to equity, climate resilience, and people-centered mobility, this virtual series engages funders, advocates, and field leaders in discussions on pressing and often siloed issues in transportation policy and infrastructure planning. 

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This learning series aims to: 

  • Connect funders and advocates working at the intersection of transportation and related sectors such as housing, environmental justice, land use, workforce development, economic mobility, and climate adaptation. 

  • Foster shared understanding of systemic challenges and opportunities in transportation. 

  • Identify pathways for cross-sector collaboration and collective action. 

  • Lay the groundwork for coordinated advocacy leading into the 2025-2026 federal infrastructure reauthorization, potentially culminating in a unified Day at the Hill in 2026.

 

Each session spotlights a relevant topic and features diverse voices from across the field in a moderated discussion format.​​​ 

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Upcoming Sessions

​To be announced soon. 

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Session Recaps

Learning Series Recap: Congestion Pricing

ETF kicked off its Transportation Learning Series on July 9 with a discussion on congestion pricing not just as a policy tool, but as a case study in winning broader climate and transportation fights.

 

Speakers Ben Furnas (Transportation Alternatives) and Nick Sifuentes (Summit Foundation) shared lessons from New York City’s decades-long push for congestion pricing. They highlighted how strong community organizing, clear messaging, and persistent advocacy helped overcome political challenges and deliver a major win for transit and climate goals.

 

Key reflections:

  • Organizing Works: Community-driven campaigns built momentum for congestion pricing by centering transit improvements and fairness.

  • People Want Transit: Voter support for transit investment remains high even where electrification efforts stall.

  • Framing is Critical: Successful campaigns start from shared public priorities like cost savings, traffic reduction, and cleaner air.

  • Durable Wins Matter: Winning the policy fight is just the beginning thoughtful implementation is key to lasting success.

 

The session framed congestion pricing as a model for advancing other climate policies in a challenging political environment.


Watch the recorded session below and download the session slides here.

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