Vibrant Parks for Every Neighborhood

We work alongside community members, local leaders, and organizations to:

• Support park-based programs and community events
• Build partnerships that expand park access and park improvements
• Strengthen community connections through public spaces
• Promote equitable, safe, and welcoming parks across the region
• Help parks reflect and celebrate local identity

Partners for Parks serves Charlotte and Mecklenburg County, with a focus on strengthening parks and green spaces across the entire region, especially in neighborhoods that have historically had less access to quality park amenities.

Partners for Parks is an independent nonprofit organization that works in partnership with Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation and other community partners. We help amplify and support public parks through programming, partnerships, and community-driven initiatives.

We believe parks and greenways are more than places to play, they are essential community infrastructure. Parks support:

• Physical and mental health
• Community connection and belonging
• Environmental stewardship and climate resilience
• Equity and neighborhood investment
• Youth development and family well-being

There are many ways to get involved, including:

• Donating
• Volunteering
• Attending a Partners for Parks event
• Sponsoring programs
• Partnering as a business, nonprofit, or neighborhood group
• Signing up for updates and sharing opportunities with your network

Volunteer opportunities vary throughout the year and may include park beautification days, community events, and support roles for programs. The best way to learn about current volunteer opportunities is to sign up for our email list or follow us on social media.

Yes! Partners for Parks welcomes partnerships with neighborhood associations, nonprofits, schools, community groups, and local businesses. If your organization wants to collaborate on an event, program, or park-related initiative, we’d love to connect.

You can stay informed by:

• Signing up for our newsletter
• Following Partners for Parks on social media
• Checking our website for upcoming events and announcements

You can donate online through our website. Donations support community programs, partnerships, and efforts that strengthen parks and public spaces across Charlotte.

Yes. Partners for Parks is a nonprofit organization, and donations are typically tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. (For specific tax questions, we recommend consulting a tax professional.)

Donations help fund:

• Park improvements, renovations and amenities
• Youth sports scholarships
• Recreation events and activities for residents of all ages
• Advocacy for green space throughout Mecklenburg County

Yes. We work with businesses and corporate partners who want to invest in parks and community well-being. Sponsorships can support events, programs, and initiatives that make a measurable impact across Charlotte.

You can reach out through our website contact form or email us directly to request partnership information. We’re happy to share sponsorship opportunities and explore ways to collaborate.

Yes. Equity is central to our mission. We support efforts that ensure all communities, especially those historically underserved, have access to safe, welcoming, well-maintained parks and greenways.

The easiest ways to stay connected are:

• Join our email list
• Follow us on social media
• Attend events
• Volunteer or donate
• Share Partners for Parks opportunities with your community