Photo of park with people and text
Join Partners for Parks as we celebrate our sponsors and recognize individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to promoting and enhancing the parks, greenways, open spaces, active play, and recreational opportunities within our community!
This year we are celebrating the following Award Winners:
  • Brad Davis Lifetime Achievement award: Riley Fields, Carolina Panthers
  • Joe Cogdell volunteer recognition award: Elaine Powell, former Chair of Mecklenburg County Park Commission
  • Non-Profit Organization award: NC Wildlife Great Outdoors University: Mary Bures
  • Corporate recognition award: Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Project Recognition award: First Ward Park, Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation
Partners for Parks welcomes you to join us for our 2019 Annual Awards and Sponsor Celebration. Thursday, October 11, 2018 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Tickets $50 per person or complimentary with Annual Sponsorship Cordelia Park, 600 E. 24th Street, Charlotte, NC 28205 Purchase Tickets: https://partnersforparks2018.eventbrite.com TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE! Consider being an Annual Sponsor TodayFor more details & to become an Annual Sponsor, please visit partnersforparks.org/sponsor
Megaphone icon on blue circle

News You May Be Interested In

New Memorial Stadium Breathes New Life into an Old, Treasured Landmark

A treasured Charlotte landmark is opening its doors once again, 85 years after it first welcomed the community to come together…

Read More

Matthew Garrett competing in a track event

Wilmore Centennial Park Brings Neighborhoods Together Along West Boulevard

Growth is exploding in Wilmore, South End, and LoSo, and now the popular area is getting another important attraction with its…

Read More

Van with Meck Rec & Roll graphics

UPDATE: Meck Rec & Roll Van is On a Roll to a Park Near You

Mecklenburg County’s new rolling recreation center, the “Meck Rec & Roll” van, has started rolling to a few neighborhoods in…

Read More

fenced area overlooking water

Newest Segment of Little Sugar Creek Greenway Opens to Polk Historic Site

We’ve seen you peering as far as you could through that chain link fence at I-485 on the Little Sugar Creek Greenway! Well, wait…

Read More

Summerstock Charlotte poster

Inaugural Summerstock Celebrates Parks of West Charlotte

Cynthia Harrison wanted people to see west Charlotte’s parks, and they did. Hundreds eager to get outdoors and play, take in art,…

Read More

child with three adults posing on a track in front of a football field

Partners for Parks Sponsors 5 Students at DJ Moore Football ProCamp

Run, jump, throw and catch are vital components of Play, and Partners for Parks wants to help kids be active and healthy as they…

Read More

Contact Information

PO Box 32365
Charlotte, NC 28232

Join the Partners for Parks Mailing List.

We’d love to stay in touch. Get the very latest on new initiatives, special events, and major accomplishments.

"(Required)" indicates required fields

Partners for Parks is a volunteer-driven nonprofit supported by a dedicated Executive Director and engaged Board of Directors. Our members play an active role on the Executive Board and committees, helping to advocate for, fund, and advance projects that strengthen and grow our park system. There are many ways to get involved. Some opportunities are ongoing, while others are single-day events. Whether you have a specific skill to share or simply want to lend a hand, we would love to find the right fit for you.

Interested in volunteering? Reach out to us at info@partnersforparks.org to get started.