GO FLY A
(AT SUNSET WOODS PARK)
Not everyone knows that the Park District of Highland Park has 44
parks and 97 acres of nature preserves. The Parks Foundation of Highland
Park was created to support these open spaces, facilities and programs, and
to raise funds so that everyone can enjoy a walk in the park.
WHAT THE PARKS FOUNDATION DOES:
The Parks Foundation bridges the gap between public
resources and the need to maintain a vibrant park system
as it:
• Serves as a conduit for Highland Park residents
to make tax deductible donations to the Park
District.
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DID YOU KNOW?
• Half of the Park District’s operating costs
are derived from membership, grants and
donations.
• Only 6% of resident property tax goes to
the Park District.
Fundraises for SMILE to ensure every child can
participate in programs regardless of their family
financial situation. MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
Encourages advocates to give time, money and
talents to the Park District. Parks Foundation may accept contributions,
gifts, items or bequests from foundations,
organizations, and individuals.
You can make a donation online at
ParksFoundationofHighlandPark.org
or mail your donation to: Parks Foundation of
Highland Park, 636 Ridge Rd., Highland Park,
IL 60035.
created to support the mission of the Park District of Highland Park “To enrich community life through
healthy leisure pursuits and an appreciation for the natural world”.