Item 3B. Special Matters: Acknowledgement of Donations

Superintendent's Recommendation:

NO ACTION REQUIRED; THIS ITEM IS FOR INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION.


Prepared By: Sierra Spicer-Zimmerman, Development & Events Manager

Background:

Commissioners and/or staff are encouraged to report any special matters, awards, recognitions or other acknowledgements at this time.

Acknowledgement of Donations

The Board wishes to acknowledge the following donations to the Park District of $500 or more made in the past month.

  • Ingrid Welty, Stillwater - $5,000 directed to Richardson Nature Center.


The Three Rivers Park District Foundation provides ongoing support to the Park District through partnerships and directed donations. In May 2026, the Three Rivers Park District Foundation conveyed various gifts totaling $21,023.48 to the Park District.

  • Warren Weck Family Foundation - $14,000 directed toward Forests Forever.
  • Geraldine Nelson - $5,000 directed to the Pathways Internship Program.
  • Scott and Melanie Lund - $1,000 directed toward Parks & Trails, Explorer Camps and Historic Interpretation.


Relationship to the System Plan:

The Request for Action supports the following goal(s) of the System Plan:

Goal 1: You Belong Here

Goal 2: Parks Matter

Goal 3: Lead by Example

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