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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
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PO Box 32365
Charlotte, NC 28232

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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.