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There are many ways you can
help the Lincoln Park District by investing in our community and the
people in them.
Adopt-a-Park
Is your neighborhood group or
service organization looking for a worthwhile and rewarding community
project? - Why not adopt a park?
Your group can take an active
role in the planning, upkeep and programming in the park of your choice.
We have 7 neighborhood parks to choose from, so call Roy at 732-8770 and
get started today.
Neighborhood Park Watch Program
The Neighborhood Park Watch
Program is a cooperative effort among the Lincoln Park District, the
Lincoln Police Department and community residents.
This program is designed to
create community awareness and pride; to decrease vandalism and crime;
to provide neighborhood residents a safe and comfortable environment and
to develop a sense of ownership.
If you would like to become
involved in the Neighborhood Park Watch Program near your home, please
call us at 732-8770.
Plant a Tree!
Here is a unique way to
celebrate the birth of a child, wedding, anniversary, or to honor the
memory of a loved one .... Plant a tree!
For a donation of $100, the
Lincoln Park District will plant a tree in the park of your choice. A
Living Tribute certificate and map of where the tree has been planted
are included. Trees available as memorials are: ash, red maple, Norway
maple, linden, pin oak, red oak, crabapple and dogwood. What a wonderful
way to contribute to the beauty and environmental health of our
community. Trees are carefully monitored and are guaranteed for five
years.
Park Bench Recognition Memorials
A gift of $400 will place an
attractive bench in the park and location of your choice with a plaque
inscribed with your message or loved ones name.
Youth Scholarship Fund
The Lincoln Park District's
Youth Scholarship Fund assists children who demonstrate financial need
to be able to participate in Lincoln Park District programs.
Budgeted amounts are simply
not enough to accommodate the number of requests received each year for
financial assistance. Your contribution will make a difference to our
community's children.
Volunteer!
At the Lincoln Park District
we believe that volunteerism can be one of the highest forms of
recreation! Volunteering helps your community, enriches your leisure
time and offers you the opportunity to develop new interests and
friendships.
Volunteer opportunities are
available for individuals or groups in on-going programs and/or special
projects and events. We will match your skills and interests with the
right volunteer position. For more information on the Volunteer Program
and the volunteer opportunities, you are welcome to write or visit the
office at 1400 Primm Road or call 732-8770.
All of us
at the District deeply appreciate the tremendous contributions of the
many, volunteers who have given so much time and energy to the Park
District programs. A heartfelt THANK YOU to each and every one of our
Volunteers.
Friends of Illinois Parks
People from all walks of
life are making a difference in parks and recreation. These "friends"
make monetary contributions, give their time to clean-up parks and
forest preserves, teach classes or coach sports teams. Friends of
Illinois Parks is a nonprofit organization that strives to involve more
citizens statewide as friends in these ways and others, such as
legislative advocacy.
For more information about
Friends of Illinois Parks:
contact Friends of Illinois
Parks,
211 East Monroe Street,
Springfield, IL 62701;
toll-free 1-877-523-4558
or
www.ILparks.org |
