Welcome to the Foundation for Dane County Parks
The Foundation supports and enhances the Dane County Parks through philanthropic community engagement.
Our vision is a thriving and financially sustainable Dane County Parks system that is treasured and enjoyed by the entire community.
Welcome
Our three focus areas
The Foundation helps keep Dane County Parks healthy through three branches of funding and involvement.
Special Projects
The Foundation has a variety of ongoing projects, like the Accessible Piers, aimed at keeping the Parks healthy and accessible to all.
Partnerships
The Foundation has built various community partnerships that allow for expanded programming, such as the 'Healthy Parks, Healthy You' initiative.
The Endowment
The Endowment, a program of the Foundation, provides permanent, non-supplanting funds for interpretation, education and volunteerism in the Parks.
Supporting Our Parks
Featured project
Womens' Wellness Walks
The Foundation is partnering with Zen Ed: Wellness InSight to host a series of walks in various County parks to discuss wellness topics and create connections.
Special Projects
raised for the Endowment
Foundation supporters
Parks' volunteers supported
awarded towards volunteer efforts
Featured Partnership
Healthy Parks, Healthy You
In a three-year partnership with Dean Health Plan by Medica, SSM Health, and Dane County Parks the Foundation is working to promote the connection between exploring our local Dane County Parks system and staying healthy. In 2021-2023, programming will focus on:
Health Benefits
Get involved and help maintain our beautiful parks
There are many ways to support the work of the Foundation and help improve the appeal and value of Dane County's park system.
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The Foundation for Dane County Parks’ mission is to support and enhance the Dane County Parks through philanthropic community engagement. Donations made to the Foundation are tax-deductible as allowed by law (EIN 82-3435481).
