The Leander Foundation

04/05/2026

The The Leander Foundation Easter Bunny hard at work, resting afterwards, and with his bunnywife Carla Bodden-St James.

Happy Easter to all!

04/03/2026

The Leander Foundation, along with Keep Leander Beautiful and local girl scouts did some weeding, planted new flowers and mulched (thank you Lowe's Home Improvement!) at the Leander Presbyterian Church today (Good Friday).

Appreciate the help of councilman Andrew Naudin too.

After the coming rains it’ll look even prettier!

01/20/2026

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04/02/2025

Registered to Vote??

𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟯, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗲.
To register to vote go to: www.votetexas.gov

📆Leander’s next election is May 3, 2025
On the ballot are three (3) Places on Leander City Council:
Place 1: Natomi Blair and Stephen Chang
Place 3: David McDonald and Annette Sponseller
Place 5: Andrew Naudin and Donnie Mahan

🔹Early Voting begins April 22, 2025.
🔸Early voting ends April 29, 2025.

✔️To find Williamson County sample ballots, early voting locations, and Election Day voting locations visit: www.wilcotx.gov/185/elections
✔️To find Travis County sample ballots, early voting locations, and Election Day voting locations visit: www.votetravis.gov/current-election-information/current-election/

03/01/2025

Celebrating Women's History Month at The Leander Foundation 🌸💜

This March, we celebrate the incredible achievements and contributions of women throughout history! 🙋‍♀️👩‍🔬 Women's History Month is a time to honor the trailblazing women who have shaped our world and continue to inspire future generations. 💪✨

At The Leander Foundation, we recognize the power of women in creating change, building communities, and fostering inclusivity. Let’s come together to uplift and empower women, celebrate their successes, and continue advocating for equality in all spaces. 🤝🌍👩‍🎤

Fun Fact 1: Betty Reid Soskin, an African American woman, was a remarkable park ranger at the Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home Front National Historical Park! 🏞️💚 She joined the National Park Service at the inspiring age of 85! She dedicated her time sharing her personal experiences and the stories of other Black women who contributed to the wartime industries. 🌳🌍 Her work helped bring diverse perspectives to the park and paved the way for future generations of storytellers in the park service! ✨👩🏾‍🌾

Fun Fact 2: Minerva Hamilton Hoyt, a passionate advocate for the preservation of desert landscapes, played a crucial role in the establishment of Joshua Tree National Park in California. 🌵🌞 In the 1930s, her tireless campaigning helped protect the park's unique ecosystem, ensuring its preservation for future generations to explore and enjoy. 🏜️🌍 Her work also contributed to the growth of the conservation movement and the creation of more national parks!

Join us this month as we celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women everywhere! 📚🎉💖

02/21/2025

🌟 Creating a Welcoming Leander! 🌟

We’re excited to announce a new addition to our parks and events: communication boards! As part of our collaboration with the City of Leander, The Leander Foundation is installing permanent communication boards in parks across our community to help nonverbal visitors and individuals with communication needs fully enjoy all park amenities. These boards will be mirrored after the ones used by Leander ISD🌳💬

These boards will be available at pavilions, playscapes, dog parks, pool areas, and more—making it easier for everyone to feel connected and included. We’re also providing portable communication boards for City-hosted events and programs, so no matter where the fun happens, everyone has a voice! 🗣️💙

✨ Want to support this incredible initiative? Your donations help us bring more of these boards to our parks and events. Together, we’re making Leander a place for everyone to enjoy! ✨
https://www.leanderfoundation.org/donate

02/06/2025

🌞🌳 Leander Park Fun! 🌳🌞

We love seeing our parks filled with community members enjoying the outdoors! Whether it's a peaceful walk, a family picnic, a playdate on the playground, or something else—our parks have something for everyone. 🛝🍃

Tell us, what’s your favorite activity to do at our parks? Walking, playing, picnicking, or maybe something unique? Share with us in the comments! ⬇️

02/01/2025

Celebrating Black History Month at The Leander Foundation 🎉

This February, we join in honoring the rich history, culture, and contributions of the Black community. Black History Month is a time to reflect on the resilience, achievements, and legacy of Black individuals who have shaped our nation and our world. 🖤✨

At The Leander Foundation, we are committed to fostering an environment where everyone’s story is heard and celebrated. Let’s come together to continue creating spaces of unity and opportunity for all. 🤝🌍

Fun Park Fact: Charles Young was the third African American to graduate from West Point and the first African American national park superintendent. 🏞️ He oversaw the preservation and development of parks like Sequoia National Park 🌲 and worked to establish the foundation for the National Park Service. His contributions helped ensure that parks and public lands were accessible for all, laying the groundwork for future generations to enjoy these spaces. 🌳💚

We encourage everyone to take time this month to learn, reflect, and celebrate the many ways Black history has enriched our shared history. 📚✨

01/18/2025

🌞🌳 Hello, Leander! 🌳🌞

We’re so lucky to have amazing parks right here in our community! From scenic trails and playgrounds to serene picnic spots and splash pads, Leander’s parks offer something for everyone to enjoy. 🌈💦

We want to hear from you! What’s your favorite park in Leander, and what makes it special to you? 🥰 Is it a peaceful trail, a family picnic spot, or a place for the kids to play? Share in the comments below! ⬇️

Let’s celebrate the beautiful outdoor spaces that make Leander an amazing place to live!

01/01/2025

🎉✨ Happy New Year from The Leander Foundation! ✨🎉

As we kick off this new year, we’re excited to share a meaningful update: The Leander Foundation has officially partnered with the City of Leander to make our parks more accessible for all our community members! 🌳❤️

Through our new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), we’re funding vital accessibility improvements in parks across Leander, like installing communication boards for nonverbal visitors, ADA-compliant benches, accessible sidewalks, and sensory-friendly play equipment. These upgrades help ensure everyone in our community can fully enjoy our beautiful parks!

But we can’t do it without you! 🙌 Join us in creating a more inclusive Leander by donating to support this important project. Every contribution brings us one step closer to a community where everyone feels welcome and included.

🌟 Donate today and let’s make 2025 a year of accessibility and inclusion! 🌟
https://www.leanderfoundation.org/donate

Thank you for being part of our mission to make Leander a better place for all!

10/19/2023

Kudos to Operation360.org for their presentation on the dangers of fentanyl

06/26/2023

The Leander Foundation's ongoing Education Series is taking on a series of new looks at our city and comparing it to our neighbors -- from a budgetary and financial viewpoint.

Click on this link to see the animated visualization.

https://public.flourish.studio/visualisation/14225357/

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