WHO WE ARE
WHAT WE DO
The foundation will also encourage and build relationships between private and public organizations which will promote the exchange of services and technical expertise.
Since 2003, the Lisle Partners for Parks Foundation has raised and provided for:
Financial Assistance
Annually set aside $12,000 for financial assistance to Lisle Park District families who otherwise could not afford to participate in recreation programs.
Playground Equipment
Provided all funds to construct an outdoor safe and secure playground for Lisle Park District's Gentle Learning Preschool.
New Bus for Teen Programs
Provided funding to purchase a new bus for the Lisle Park District to use for teen programs.
Fitness Equipment
Provided funds to install outdoor fitness equipment at Lisle Community Park and Surrey Ridge Park.
Outdoor Lighted Sign
Provided funds to install a new outdoor lighted sign outside of the Lisle Community Center.
Boat/Kayak Launch
Provided $15,000 for the construction of a boat/kayak launch on the East Branch of the DuPage River in Community Park.
Discovery Playground
Provided $100,000 for the construction of Lisle's first, universally accessible playground in Community Park. Children and adults, with and without disabilities and/or critical illnesses, have the opportunity to play, learn, and grow, in a space specifically designed to remove physical and social barriers.
OUR VISION
- Procure scholarship funds for families who otherwise cannot afford to participate in recreation programs.
- Advancement of the mission of the Lisle Park District.
- Enrich of the quality of life in the greater Lisle area through assisting the Lisle Park District in providing quality recreation programs and services.
- Build and encourage relationships between private and public organizations.
OUR MISSION
FOUNDATION BOARD MEMBERS
Bill Buchelt
Elan PhotographyLisle Resident
Mike Shuta
Baird & WarnerLisle Resident
Sara Sadat
Lisle ResidentDouglas Bradley
Lisle ResidentJen Rizzo
Lisle ResidentLucinda Knight
Lisle ResidentJason Dale
Lisle Park DistrictIN MEMORIUM
Hazel VanKampen
1933 - 2008Life-long Lisle Resident &
Lisle Park District Supporter
Michael T. Williams
1940 - 2009Director & Charter Member of the
Lisle Partners For Parks Foundation
from 1999-2009
Lawrence A. Smith
July 26, 1942 – April 24, 2013Board Member from 1999 - 2013