Parks & Recreation Foundation

It has been said the earth does not belong to us...
It is on loan from our children.
 
What we do...
The West Lafayette Parks & Recreation Foundation is working to guarantee that our children and all future generations will continue to enjoy the parks, trails and greenways, open spaces, and recreational programs that enhance the quality of life in our community.
 
Although municipal funding priorities change from year to year, as well as from generation to generation, and municipal revenues fluctuate The Foundation is working to ensure that we protect our valuable parks and recreation resources and develop new ones as the community grows.  Look around.  Imagine losing some of the public greenspace, some of the trees and flowers, some of the facilities for recreation and play, or some of the opportunity to simply enjoy nature.
Our Mission...

"To solicit, receive, and provide funds and property, and to receive gifts, bequests, and memorials, for securing, developing, maintaining, and informing the public about facilities and programs for West Lafayette Parks and Recreation."

The Foundation commits to:
  • providing financial support for recreational facilities and equipment.
  • providing opportunities for donors to receive significant tax benefits for donating funds or property.
  • assuring that donations or bequests are handled in the manner designated.
  • providing opportunities for donors to multiply the benefits of gifts through matching funds.
  • preserving and enhancing the heritage of our community.
  • providing opportunities for establishing lasting memorials.
Who we are...
  • Jim Shook (President - Elected)
  • Mark Bleyer (Vice President - Mayor appointment)
  • Lowell Hardin (Treasurer - Park Board appointment)
  • Beth Stull (Secretary - Elected) 
  • Ron Ellis (Elected)
  • Dave Kucik (Elected)
  • Sonya Margerum (Elected)
  • George Schilling (Elected)
  • Vinod Sagi (City Council appointment)
The volunteer Board of Directors of the West Lafayette Parks & Recreation Foundation manages the Foundation's affairs. The Foundation is qualified by the Internal Revenue Service as an exempt organization under I.R.S. 501 c(3).  contributions to the Foundation qualify as a charitable deduction for tax purposes.
How Can You Take Part?

The Foundation promotes West Lafayette Parks and Recreation by involving citizens:

  • Individuals may memorialize a family estate through a donation to the Foundation. 
  • Owners of unique properties can protect the integrity of their land by donating it so that future generations may appreciate it as well.
  • Corporations may donate unneeded land in return for tax benefits.
  • Businesses, clubs, and other groups may donate funds or conduct a special event on behalf of the Foundation.

If you are interested, please contact the Parks Superintendent at (765) 775-5110.

By contributing to the Foundation, you can help ensure that our community has the opportunity to dedicate funds for:
  • The development of parks, trails and greenways, and open space throughout the city.
  • The planting of trees and flowers in public parkways and other spaces.
  • Recreational facilities for all ages.
  • Special programs for children and teens, older citizens, and the disabled.
  • Activities and programs at Lilly Nature Center, Morton Center, the Municipal Pool and Riverside Skating Center.
When we meet...
As required

 





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