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In partnership with the city of Gainesville and Gainesville Parks
& Recreation Agency, Friends of Gainesville Parks & Greenways,
Inc. is committed to improving the quality of life by linking our
community through parks, greenways, and open spaces.
Imagine…a grid of sidewalks and streets, dotted with homes
and businesses, connected by pockets of greenspace, recreational
trails, and tree-lined corridors. This is connectivity; our vision
for Gainesville.
Friends of the Parks is in need of funding. In order to sustain
operations of this vital organization, Friends is launching an endowment
campaign. We are excited about the prospect of reaching our $500,000
goal, and we need your help to make that reality!
Why is Friends of the Parks a wise investment?
| Our Record.
Since 1996, Friends of the Parks has… |
| Developed a Master Plan outlining the restoration
of the Rock Creek Greenway. |
| Created Rock Creek Park. |
| Acquired land to complete the link from
downtown to Lake Lanier |
| Completed Ivey Terrace Phase I, which includes
reforestation, trail construction, a new picnic pavilion
and parking area, streambank restoration, and landscape
beautification. |
| Recruited over 400 donors and volunteers. |
| Hosted the annual Butterfly Release. |
| Implemented the Park Keepers beautification
program. |
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| Our
Strategic Goals. |
| Complete the Rock Creek Greenway Restoration |
| Develop city-wide greenprint. |
| Acquire land for parks and greenways to
develop greenway network. |
| Maintain and beautify parks and greenways. |
| Increase connectivity and greenspace awareness
through educational programs. |
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| Our
Community. Vibrant
flowers, enthusiastic volunteers, and fellowship among
neighbors…Indeed, the parks are a gathering place
for folks to experience a better quality of life. |
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| Our
Environment. Friends
planted 73 new trees, restored eroded streambanks, and
implemented stormwater mitigation measures. |
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| Our
Economy. Small
business owners rank proximity to greenspace as the #1
factor in choosing a business location. Bridging homes
to businesses, greenways are an economic link that drives
business. |
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| Our
Physical Health & Wellness.
By constructing a city-wide trail system, the parks provide
a beautiful, safe, and free place to exercise. |
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| Our
Vision. Connectivity,
or linking our community through parks and greenways,
is our vision for Gainesville. By establishing a network
of parks and greenways, people can walk, jog, or bike
to nearby destinations. |
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Please consider making a donation to Friends of the Parks Endowment
Campaign at one of the below levels of giving. All donations are
tax deductible, and gifts $500 or greater may be pledged over a
5-year period. For securities transfer, please contact A.G. Edwards
& Sons at 770.532.6361. Checks should be made payable to Friends
of the Parks. Thank you for your support!
| $25 |
$50 |
$100 |
$250 |
$500 |
| Leadership Gifts: |
$1,000 |
$3,000 |
$5,000 |
Your gift will be greatly appreciated and is an investment in the
beauty and livelihood of the place we call home. If you have any
questions, or would like to set up a meeting, please feel free to
contact us. Thank you for strongly considering this request.
Participate in our Park Keepers Volunteer Force.
Programs such as Adopt-A-Bed are designed to beautify and maintain
the natural wonder of the parks.
Attend Park Events.
Sunday in the Parks Butterfly Release, which takes place the third
Sunday in May, is our largest event of the year. Located in Wilshire
Trails Park, this event highlights the simultaneous release of hundreds
of Monarch and Painted Lady butterflies.
Honor Someone You Love.
Purchase a park bench or tree in honor of a friend or family member.
Remember Friends of the Parks in Your Will.
We will be more than happy to assist you in the many planned giving
options available.
 Support
Neighborhood Initiatives.
Join neighborhood advisory councils to voice your input on park
improvement and acquisition projects.
Become a Park Rooter.
Donations are a critical source of funding for day-to-day operations.
By becoming a Park Rooter, you are invited to special events and
will receive up-to-date information in our newsletter. We would
greatly appreciate your support. Your donation is an investment
in the livelihood and beauty of the place we call home.
| BARKER - Individual Friend |
$15.00 |
| Includes quarterly newsletter, window decal, invitation
to special events |
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| KNOT-HOLE GANG - Family Friends |
$25.00 |
| Same as above |
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| CREEKY CRAWLER - Youth Group Friends |
$30.00 |
| Same as Knot-Hole Gang |
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| STREAM TEAM - Civic Organization Friends |
$50.00 |
| Same as above |
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| MIGHTY OAKS |
$100+ |
| Same as Knot-Hole Gang plus an Adopt- A-Tree Certificate
with a history of your tree |
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| TRAIL BLAZERS |
$500+ |
| Same as Mighty Oaks plus a James Darnell limited
edition print "Picnic at Ivey Terrace Park" |
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| BRIDGE BUILDERS |
$1,000 |
| Same as Trail Blazers plus designated as a Park
Sponsor on a plaque in a park |
 All
donations are tax-deductible. Checks should be made to Friends of
the Parks and mailed to: 830 Green St., Gainesville, GA 30501.
Friends of Gainesville Parks & Greenways, Inc.
John Gram, President
Kristin Daniel, Executive Director
In partnership with the City of Gainesville and
Gainesville Parks & Recreation |
830 Green Street
Gainesville, GA 30501
Phone: 770.536.1131
Fax: 770.531.2681
fotp@bellsouth.com |
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WHO
ARE WE?
"LET'S
CONNECT…GAINESVILLE'S GREENWAYS" ENDOWMENT CAMPAIGN
OTHER
WAYS YOU CAN HELP.
