Friends of Burlington Parks

Friends of Burlington Parks We are a group of community members who have a love of the Burlington Parks. Social importance
2. Health and Environmental benefits
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Mission: The mission for the Burlington Parks and Recreation Endowment Fund is to provide long-term financial stability to enhance and sustain the municipal parks system and recreational opportunities within the City of Burlington. Community Parks and Recreation Spaces have three values that make them essential services to communities:

1. Economic value

Parks improve the local tax base and inc

rease property values. It has been proven that private property values increase the closer the property is located to parks or recreation space. This increase in property increases property tax revenues and improves local economies. Park and recreation programs generate revenue directly (shelter rentals, entrance fees, etc), but more importantly, provide significant indirect revenues from sports tournaments and special events such as arts, music, and holiday festivals. Parks and protected public lands are proven to improve water quality, protect groundwater, prevent flooding, improve the quality of the air we breathe. They provide vegetative buffers to development, produce habitat for wildlife, and provide a place for children and families to connect with nature and recreate outdoors together. Parks are a tangible reflection of the quality of life in a community. They provide identity for citizens and are a major factor in the perception of quality of life in a given community. Parks and recreation services are often cited as one of the most important factors in surveys of how livable communities are. Parks provide places for health and well-being that are accessible by persons of all ages and abilities, especially to those with disabilities. Access to parks and recreation opportunities has been strongly linked to reductions in crime and to reduced juvenile delinquency.

Parks are for adventures- and so are books! Be sure to catch the bookmobile when it rolls into a park near you this Summ...
06/05/2026

Parks are for adventures- and so are books! Be sure to catch the bookmobile when it rolls into a park near you this Summer! 🌿📚🌞

We are so excited to announce our first ever bookmobile routes! Come meet Lilly and get some books this summer! Check our online calendar for more information.

Route 1 - Mondays, June 8th and July 6th
9 AM - New playground at Dankwardt Park
10 AM - DeEdwin & Gladys White Park
11 AM - South Hill Park

Route 2 - Mondays, June 15 and July 13th
9 AM - Saunderson Park
10 AM - North Hill School lot
11 AM - Sunnyside park

Route 3 - Mondays, June 22nd and July 20th
9 AM - Stone Gardens Community Playground
10 AM - Grimes Elementary Parking Lot
11 AM - Corse School Parking Lot

Route 4 - Mondays, June 29th and July 27th
9 AM - West Burlington Elementary School Main Parking Lot
10 AM - Pat Klein Park
11 AM - West Burlington Community park

Summer Days Are Upon Us!
06/01/2026

Summer Days Are Upon Us!

Grateful for parks! Natures way of inviting the chaos outside! 🌳🛝🪫
04/29/2026

Grateful for parks! Natures way of inviting the chaos outside! 🌳🛝🪫

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⏱️it only takes a small amount of time, but it makes a big difference!Community feedback will play an important role as ...
01/15/2026

⏱️it only takes a small amount of time, but it makes a big difference!

Community feedback will play an important role as the City evaluates options!

We want to hear from you!

The City of Burlington is asking residents to share their thoughts on the future of the Dankwardt Park Pool. A community survey is now available to help guide decisions related to the Pool Feasibility Study.

Whether you used the pool in the past, have memories of swimming there, or are interested in future aquatic opportunities in Burlington, your input matters. The survey asks about past use, aquatic needs, desired features, and preferences for the future.

Community feedback will play an important role as the City evaluates options for a potential new or improved pool facility.

Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and share your perspective.

Thank you for helping shape the future of aquatic recreation in Burlington!

Additional information and survey are located in this link.

https://www.burlingtoniowa.org/2205/Pool-Study

💚 Leave a legacy that grows 🌱This week is National Estate Planning Awareness Week, and it’s the perfect reminder that yo...
10/21/2025

💚 Leave a legacy that grows 🌱

This week is National Estate Planning Awareness Week, and it’s the perfect reminder that your story can live on — right here in Burlington’s parks. 🌿

By including Friends of Burlington Parks in your plans, you’re planting seeds that will shade future generations, spark new memories, and keep our community spaces thriving for years to come.

✨ Small act. Lasting impact. Big difference.
Learn how you can make Burlington’s parks part of your legacy.

https://www.friendsofburlingtonparks.org/

Tonight is the night and we are ready to GLOW!!! We are so excited to host everyone tonight for another SOLD OUT event 🎉...
09/13/2025

Tonight is the night and we are ready to GLOW!!! We are so excited to host everyone tonight for another SOLD OUT event 🎉

Golfers: Check-In starts at 5:30, Tee off at 6:30!
🏌️‍♂️ Come prepared to have a good time, including any glow items your team may want to stand out!
⛳️ There will be TWO game opportunities this year- closest to the pin for a 50/50 prize before tee off AND glow in the dark disc golf!! Make sure to bring some extra cash for a chance to win some prizes and have some extra fun.
🏌️ We will have the Hawkeye Game on outside so no one has to miss a thing tonight- we’ve got you covered!

Everyone:
🌟 The silent auction is still LIVE and open to anyone to bid on! All proceeds benefit future parks amenity projects so it’s a good chance to support the parks we all love even if you’re not golfing.
💫 Auction closes at 9pm so make sure to keep cheking on your item to not get outbid!

T-Minus 6.5 hrs til check-in!

All proceeds support Burlington Parks

Bidding is officially OPEN for the 3rd Annual Glow Ball Silent Auction!! Auction is open to the public and items will be...
09/11/2025

Bidding is officially OPEN for the 3rd Annual Glow Ball Silent Auction!! Auction is open to the public and items will be available for local pickup after the auction closes Saturday. Check out the great items available and support the parks in the process 🎁

All proceeds support Burlington Parks

Want to support future parks amenity projects with a chance to get some pretty great items?? Look no further than the Gl...
09/09/2025

Want to support future parks amenity projects with a chance to get some pretty great items?? Look no further than the Glow Ball Golf Outing Silent Auction!! 🌳

Open to the public, this is a great way to participate in our annual fundraiser even if you aren’t a golfer or free to attend in person! ⛳️

🗓️ Check out the link below, items are still being added and bidding will begin tomorrow- Wednesday, September 10 at 5:00pm!

All proceeds support Burlington Parks

We still have three team spots left for our 3rd Annual Glow Ball Golf Outing this Saturday and the weather looks fantast...
09/09/2025

We still have three team spots left for our 3rd Annual Glow Ball Golf Outing this Saturday and the weather looks fantastic!! The Iowa game will be on outside so let us take care of dinner and the fun- you just have to register and get yourself to Flint Hills Golf Course!

Message the page, call Brad at Flint Hills Golf or register online to secure your spot today!

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400 Washington Street
Burlington, IA
52601

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