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The Chicago Parks Foundation is the 501c3 partner of the Chicago parks.

Our mission is to build a stronger community dedicated to supporting and conserving our city’s parks.

10/04/2026

One week out from the big day! Can’t wait to see Team ChiParks at the Chicago Marathon next Sunday morning. Each of our runners has a unique journey.

To Denise, parks mean community. She cites Easter egg hunts, soccer practices, and group celebrations as activities in the parks she’s taken her daughters to over the years.

“Running with Team ChiParks is incredibly meaningful to me because Chicago Parks Foundation promotes a clean, safe space for people to come together.”

Check out Denise’s full story on our Seeing Green Blog at chicagoparksfoundation.org/seeinggreen. 🔗

10/03/2026

We’re counting down the days until the Chicago Marathon by featuring some of our incredible Team ChiParks runners and what makes their miles meaningful!

When Cristian thinks of the parks, he thinks of the memories shared with his late grandmother. Running with Team ChiParks is his way of honoring her while also pursuing his passion for supporting community mental health.

“We are all human trying to move up in life and do what makes us happy. For some of us, nature and parks make us happy. That’s why I use them.”

Check out Cristian’s full story on our Seeing Green Blog at chicagoparksfoundation.org/seeinggreen. 🔗

10/02/2026

Next week is week… our favorite time of year! 🍁🏃 Team ChiParks 2026 is 340 strong, and everyone has a unique reason to run for the parks. As we count down the days to October 11th, we’ll introduce you to a few of our awesome charity team runners. Follow along!

First up - meet Hunter, heading to Chicago from Brooklyn, NYC to run his second ever full marathon. He told us that running with Team ChiParks is a way for him to challenge himself while giving back along the way.

“After completing NYC, I wanted my next marathon to be tied to something bigger than just a finish time. Running the 2026 Chicago Marathon feels like a celebration of growth, consistency, and community.”

Check out Hunter’s full story on our Seeing Green Blog at chicagoparksfoundation.org/seeinggreen. 🔗

10/01/2026

Happy October! Over the weekend, we welcomed the fall season with our CPF Members at our Haunted History Walking Tour in Jackson Park 👻

We had a great time learning about the sometimes spooky history of the area, including its roots in the 1893 World’s Fair. It was a beautiful fall day to take in nature, explore the Wooded Island and walk through the Obama Presidential Center campus.

Interested in attending future events like these? Explore our membership levels at chicagoparksfoundation.org/member to gain access to exclusive invitations while supporting our parks.

09/29/2026

We were so happy to have APCO return for another Green Team, this year mulching trees at Skinner Park! 🌳

During the event, a community member joined in to provide a tour of the garden beds, detailing how the space has been shaped by locals over the years. This includes the addition of a butterfly photo area!

Thank you, APCO, for collaborating with us to maintain and improve our parks. Read the full story on our blog using the link below! 🔗

chicagoparksfoundation.org/seeinggreen/gt26-apco

P.S. Did you know that Skinner Park is the second-oldest park in the city of Chicago? 🤔

09/28/2026

Volunteer season is still going strong as we enter fall! 💪

Anyone can host or attend a cleanup at their nearby park - we provide free supplies and support to make it happen.

Visit chicagoparksfoundation.org/pitch-in to learn more.

P.S. Have you heard about Pitch In: Autumn in Action? We're celebrating all of our volunteers by hosting a community cleanup at Humboldt Park on October 24th! See more info at the link mentioned above.

09/25/2026

Dive deep into a park clean-up with Chicago Parks Foundation as we celebrate the end of a successful volunteer season! 🍁

Roll up your sleeves and choose between multiple staff-led activities: playground woodchip resurfacing, tree mulching, or trash pick-up.

We’re so grateful to all of our volunteers who have Pitched In with us this year. Regulars and first-time volunteers alike, we hope you’ll come enjoy a fall morning of giving back to the park, meeting your neighbors, and learning more about the Chicago Parks Foundation.

Saturday, October 24th in Humboldt Park. Come and go anytime between 10am-12pm. Free and family-friendly. Use the link below to register:

https://vist.ly/5jvyg

09/23/2026

Next Saturday 10/3, join DePaul HumanitiesX students in Lincoln Park for a special guided Wellness Walks experience exploring democracy through Chicago’s monuments. Free to register!

Chicago Parks Foundation is proud to partner with DePaul University’s “HumanitiesX” Experiential Humanities Collaborative this fall to connect students and community members with Chicago’s parks.

On October 3rd, join one or both of the walks exploring eight different monuments on each route. Along the way, DePaul students will lead conversation and reflection on the monuments’ connection to the broader theme of democracy.

Check out the link below to register:
https://vist.ly/5jkek

09/14/2026

Yesterday, over 400 participants celebrated the Chicago Parks Foundation’s 4th Annual Run for the Parks 5K! It was a perfect September Sunday on the Lakefront Trail. This is community in action!

After a pre-race stretch, they were off! Participants enjoyed a 5K Walk, Run or Roll, guided nature walk on the Burnham Wildlife Corridor, and Kids Dash. All were welcomed back with our signature Post-Race Pancake Party, awards, music, b**r and micheladas, and more.

We couldn’t do it without Banner Wholesale Grocers, who joined as our Presenting Sponsor for the 4th year in a row while celebrating their 100th anniversary this summer! More than 40 employees, friends and family represented Team Banner this year.

Thank you to all of our participants, volunteers and partners including:
Banner Wholesale Grocers
ATI Chicago
ATI Physical Therapy
Cook County Master Naturalists
David Lee Csicsko
Goose Island
Goose Island B**r Co.
Fleet Feet Chicago
MOVE-TASTIC!
Sharprint
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Tampico Official
jumex.official
DiLYTE
La Helada Micheladas
Brian BB
Larry Hawley
FAMOS! DJ Entertainment
CHICAGO FOOD & RESTAURANTS
CARA | Chicago Area Runners Association
Red Panda Productions

Stay tuned for more 5K highlights! And remember with the Chicago Parks Foundation, a little green goes a long way. Join us as a member today to stay connected.

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Website

http://www.chicagoparksfoundation.org/

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