Photo of Marla Spivak
Photo of Marla Spivak
Initiatives
Foundation Initiatives
Developing spaces where everyone feels welcome and sees themselves in safe, thriving environments.
People for Parks Fund
People for Parks Fund
The People for Parks Fund exists to advance under-supported projects and programs in Minneapolis parks and to serve as the catalyst for connecting community-driven ideas with funding for Minneapolis parks.
Walk & Talks
Walk & Talk
Self-Guided Tours
Check out our collection of self-guided Walk & Talks for every season. And, register for the upcoming North Mississippi Regional Park Walk, created in partnership with The Great Northern Festival.
Support
Support Your Parks
Learn more about the many ways in which you can support the Minneapolis parks.
Common Ground
Common Ground
Our new blog is a gathering space for stories about how parks transform lives, along with the latest on news and events.
previous arrow
next arrow

Our Mission

The Minneapolis Parks Foundation transforms human lives through parks and public spaces by aligning philanthropic investment and community vision.

Our Role

By connecting visionary ideas with community vision, we can fuel our partners who are making a difference for future generations, and ensure everyone in Minneapolis lives within walking distance of a welcoming, vibrant park.

YOUR DONATION helps ensure the parks in our city remain accessible, equitable and serving everyone.

Redefining What a Rec Center Can Do

What does the future hold for Minneapolis parks? It’s a question parks superintendent Al Bangoura will be answering as part of his keynote kick-off for the Minneapolis Parks Foundation’s Next Generation of Parks series on December 14.  But if you want a sneak...

Subscribe To Our Mailing List

Join our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates.

You have Successfully Subscribed!