We’re a non-profit strengthening civic health in Lexington by helping people become more informed, connected, and engaged in how our community works.

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We help you understand & get involved in local issues.

The CivicLex Weekly

Stay informed with clear, accessible reporting from our newsroom focused on local government every week.

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Youth Civic Education

Our programs that help young people learn how to engage with their city.

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We help you connect with your neighbors.

Upcoming Events

From city hall workshops to park potlucks, our events are built to help you connect with neighbors across the city.

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Neighborhood Connections

We’re helping neighborhoods invest in new social connections.

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“It was so refreshing to meet other Lexingtonians who are passionate about urban development and affordable housing like I am. And with local leaders present, I realized that the barriers to local policy aren’t as high as I thought.”

— CivicLex Event Attendee

We’re reshaping how our community makes decisions.

Civic Assembly

In Spring 2026, CivicLex will host Lexington’s first-ever Civic Assembly — jury duty for public policy — on representation, trust, & participation in local government.

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Boards & Commissions

We’re helping make Lexington’s boards and commissions more representative, functional, accessible, & transparent.

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Public Input

We’re working to make public meetings work better for Lexington residents.

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We’re helping build a long-term vision for downtown Lexington.

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Become a Member

Join our community of civic supporters, sustain our programs, and help us plan for the future.

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Who we are.

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Meet the team

Get to know the people behind our work.

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How we work

How we think about civic health & change.

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How we’re funded & supported

Funding & Transparency

Explore our budget, donors, 990s, and funding model.

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What We’re Building Next

Learn about where we’re going, our needs, and how you can support.

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We help organizations design & implement better community input processes.

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