Promoting Parks for All

Parks are for everyone and equity in parks means everyone should have equal access to parks and green space — regardless of race, income, or zip code. Partners for Parks is everyone’s advocate for safe places to play, engage with each other, and interact with nature. Your tax-deductible donations make all the difference in continuing that work. We know that parks are truly democratic spaces that provide a gathering point for our community. They are critical to our health and quality of life. But we also know that not all neighborhoods have equal access to quality parks. Partners for Parks was founded to support parks and recreation in all communities, and this year we are focusing our energy on providing access to the benefits parks provide to everyone. Whether you are renewing your Annual Sponsorship of Partners for Parks or joining us as an Annual Sponsor for the first time, you will be supporting our goal to improve access to parks and green spaces for all members of our community.

In this unusual year, our parks and greenways have been more important than ever as people clamored to be outdoors to enjoy fresh air, be closer to nature, and take advantage of socially-distant opportunities to exercise and spend time with family. Our residents have seen firsthand how parks and ever-expanding greenway systems bring value to Charlotte and surrounding communities. They bring relief from isolation and provide safe and convenient places to walk, ride a bike, or relax. Our Partners for Parks Newsletters have highlighted some of our community’s best outdoor features, as well as our support of Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation’s ongoing planning process that will set a roadmap for future investment. Please visit our website for more details: https://partnersforparks.org/ Partners for Parks also understands the importance of equity in our community and we’re addressing that, too. We are tackling the lack of play opportunities in low-income neighborhoods by being a founding member in a new national non-profit, Partners for Play. Even though we haven’t been able to gather with our neighbors for popular events like Open Streets 704 and the Summer Music Series, our advocacy continues and we need your Annual Sponsorship to accomplish our vision of Breathing Life Into Our Community.

Let’s Celebrate Our Year

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, our in-person celebration is being delayed til Spring 2021. But that doesn’t mean our work won’t continue until then. In fact, your partnership is even more vital, as more of us seek the peace, solace, and rejuvenation that can only come from spending time outdoors. As we approach the more agreeable fall weather and the season of giving, there’s no reason to wait to make your tax-deductible gift to Partners for Parks. Your Annual Sponsorship is critical to help support next year’s goals of improving equitable access to parks. Thank you in advance for your partnership – whether this is the first time you’ve considered a partnership or whether you’re a long-time partner, we appreciate your support. Please review the Sponsorship Levels below and decide which level works best for your tax-deductible contribution (link below). We kindly ask that you share this newsletter with a friend, family member, or associate that shares your vision and ours for protecting and advocating for equitable use and access to green spaces. We look forward to the opportunity when we can celebrate together next spring, and hope you stay hopeful and well until we see you then!