Mission
Greensboro Parks Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Greensboro Parks and Recreation programs and projects that create a healthier environment for people, plants, and animals, celebrate history, and attract new economic investment. We help raise funds and awareness for the parks via special events, community outreach, fiscal partnerships and collaborative projects.
Basic Information
Founded in
2006
EIN
20-5638297
Total Assets
$448.1 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance
Community Engagement
The foundation engages the community in various recreational and educational activities.
Smith Community Park Renovation
Efforts to enhance Smith Community Park for multi-generational use.
Kickball Tournament
Fundraising event supporting youth sports programs.
Impact Stats
Children assisted
Send A Kid to Camp Scholarship Program
Provides financial assistance for children to attend summer camps.
Funding raised
Expansion of Gillespie Golf Course
Renovations and upgrades to the historic Gillespie Golf Course.
Play stations
Development of Up in the Air Playground
Largest fully accessible playground in North Carolina.
Past Events
Kickball Tournament
2014
Kickball Tournament to benefit youth sports programs.
Downtown Greenway Run
2023
Hosted the second annual Downtown Greenway Run and Block Party.
Declan's Dash
2014
Raised funds for Declan's Playground through a 5K run.
Upcoming Events
Greensboro Parks Foundation Open
2024-10-16
Annual golf tournament celebrating Gillespie Golf Course.
Learn MoreOur Programs
Smith Community Park Renovation
Enhancement projects for Smith Community Park to support active older adults.
Learn MoreVolunteer Opportunities
Testimonials
"As a New Yorker I love the parks. Now that Greensboro is my home for over 10 years. The parks and recreation here in Greensboro has hands down got my heart. I LOVE GREENSBORO PARKS"
Ernestine
Community Member
"Greensboro’s public playgrounds offer so much fun and entertainment to our twin boys. Sometimes we just point on the map and choose somewhere new! It’s so fun to see what all of the neighborhood parks have to offer!"
Local Parent
Beneficiary
Impact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
54
36
/100
Program Expense Ratio
98.55%
20
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0
2
/20
Working Capital Ratio
1.128
10
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2021
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 447.2K | 99.49% |
| Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
| Investment Income | 1 | 0.00% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 491 | 0.11% |
| Total Revenue | 449.5K | 100.00% |
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