06/09/2026
"Successful park systems increasingly depend on networks of support that extend beyond government alone. Foundations can cultivate donors and advocates, leverage funding, build public awareness, and create flexibility that public agencies may not have on their own." - Clement Lau.
If you're curious about the role of park foundations like ours in Parks & Recreation, take a moment to read this article.
Local parks and recreation agencies are being asked to do more than ever before. Across the country, parks are expected to advance sustainability, public health, climate resilience, biodiversity, youth development, and social connection while continuing to provide safe and welcoming spaces for community, recreation, and respite.
At the same time, many park agencies are facing budget cuts, staffing shortages, and aging infrastructure. In this environment, one thing has become increasingly clear: public agencies cannot do this work alone.
Partnerships are playing an increasingly important role in helping park agencies meet growing public expectations and community needs. Read the Open Space Blog from Clement Lau to learn about the power of partnerships: https://bit.ly/4okICGa
