Friends of Community Parks

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Friends of Community Parks (FCP) is an Oregon Nonprofit Corporation in Polk County.

We work to support and enhance the public parks and recreational areas of Independence and Monmouth, ensuring they remain vibrant, accessible, and well-maintained spaces.

10/31/2026

Thanks to Monmouth Business Association and Independence Downtown Association for organizing MI Town Halloween yesterday! Volunteers from Friends of Community Parks gave out candy in both Monmouth and Independence and we all had the most amazing time !!

10/31/2026

We are ready for trick or treaters at the Independence Library parking lot! Join us for Trunk or Treat between 1pm and 3pm today (10/31)! Don’t miss the Pet Parade at 2pm. Stop by and show off your pet!

10/23/2026

Friends of Community Parks will be participating in both Independence and Monmouth for MI Town Halloween this year. We hope to see you there! If you are interested in volunteering to help, please signup at https://fcp.ivolunteer.com/Halloween26

We are 1️⃣ week away from MI Town Halloween! 🎃 We can’t wait to see all your fabulous costumes on Friday, October 30th from 4-6pm Downtown Halloween in Monmouth! And take the trolley and visit our friends in Independence from 3-5pm.

Businesses, organizations & Western Oregon University groups - there is still time to sign up to pass out treats at your business or pop-up by Main Street Park along Warren Street!

Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScBscx2pnhNWMwFwQsq4byIz8GXzQrHEOO4HUEGleTsO9ENbw/viewform?pli=1

10/22/2026

Spooky Season volunteer opportunities are posted on our website! https://www.friendsofcommunityparks.org/donate-volunteer

10/22/2026

Friends of Community Parks will be participating in three Family-Friendly Halloween Events in the Monmouth-Independence communities:
* MI Town Halloween @ Independence Riverview Park, from 3-5pm on Friday, October 30th
* MI Town Halloween @ Monmouth Main Street Park, from 4-6pm on Friday, October 30th
* Trunk or Treat @ Independence Library Parking Lot Truck or Treat, from 1-3pm on Saturday October 31st
Please consider volunteering to help pass out candy at one or more of these locations. Costumes are encouraged but not required. All treats will be provided by Friends of Community Parks. Sign-up to volunteer here: https://fcp.ivolunteer.com/Halloween26

09/18/2026

In the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing personal stories from Indy residents about why they’re voting YES for INDY.

Because behind every YES is a reason.

09/11/2026

Well done, Monmouth Garden Club and the City of Monmouth, Oregon - Government!

08/28/2026

If you would like to learn more about our grantmaking process and the Riverview Park grant, check out our updated Projects & Fundraisers page.

Thank you to the community for your amazing support of Independence Days, which made these grants possible. Please take our survey (coming soon)! We want to hear your thoughts on how we can make an impact in the Independence and Monmouth communities.

08/28/2026

KPTV Fox News 12 came to Independence today...two of our our board members talk about the Riverview Park grant and what the parks mean to our community at the end of this report.

07/24/2026

Last night, Friends of Community Parks celebrated the 2026 Independence Days Volunteers! Although not all of our fantastic volunteers were able to attend, we showered those that were there with love and gratitude for jobs well done! Of special note was the tribute paid to Keith and Dee Aldrich for working on Independence Days fireworks displays for more than 40 years! ❤ 🎆 Thanks also to Parallel 45 Brewing, who offered the use of their Event Center for our event and to New York Squares for making the excellent pizza and garlic knots!

Address

169 Broad Street S #22
Monmouth, OR
97361

Telephone

+15039103611

Website

https://www.friendsofcommunityparks.org/

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