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DES PLAINES FRIENDS OF THE PARKS


  • Mission

    The Des Plaines Friends of the Parks' mission is to: Promote parks, recreational and cultural activities, and a healthier lifestyle for the citizens of Des Plaines by providing and administering scholarships for residents to participate in a variety of Park District activities.

    About Us

    As a 501 (c)(3) non-profit we:

    • Organize events to raise funds for scholarships to support the youth of the Des Plaines Park District
    • Support the efforts of the Des Plaines Park District as volunteers at their events
    • Stimulate and further public interest in parks and recreation, and the preservation of park and recreational resources
    • Educate the citizens of Des Plaines Park District upon the value of quality parks and recreational/conservative services

    Cause Areas Include

    • Community Development
    • Environment & Sustainability
    • Sports & Recreation
    • Volunteering

    Location & Contact

    • 8473915089
    • 2222 BIRCH ST, DES PLAINES, Illinois, US
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