Item 3E. Special Matters: Acknowledgement of Donations
Superintendent's Recommendation:
NO ACTION REQUIRED; THIS ITEM IS FOR INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION.
Prepared By: Sierra Spicer-Zimmerman, Donor Relations and Volunteer Supervisor
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.
- William R. George Trust - $86,057.22 as an undesignated, estate gift to Three Rivers Park District.
- TurtlTracker - $2,000 directed to the Wildlife donation fund for Blanding's Turtle conservation.
The Three Rivers Park District Foundation provides ongoing support to the Park District through partnerships and directed donations. Don Winter and Chris Boyer from the Foundation will be attending the Board meeting to present a general update and share an invitation to their annual fundraising event, Summerbration, to be held on August 14th at the Hyland Hills Chalet.
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
