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Projects

We collaborate closely with the community and the Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department to enhance parks and expand recreation opportunities for all residents and visitors of Des Moines. Our current fundraising efforts are focused on the projects listed here which aim to create vibrant, accessible spaces for everyone to enjoy.

Beaverdale Park

Supporting Beaverdale Park’s Master Plan for renovations.

SW 1st Street Bridge Park Feature

Bringing a unique urban park experience to the 1st Street Bridge.

EK Davis Mural

Artist Jill Wells will create a one-of-a-kind piece of art for the basketball courts at Evelyn K Davis Park as a court mural.

Gray's Lake Play/Spray

New features are on their way to complement the park's natural beauty and continue to welcome all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. A destination playground and sprayground will replace the existing playground. Learn More

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Reichardt Community Recreation Center

This project has includes extensive community engagement to ensure an equitable process.

Birdland Park

The Birdland Park and Marina Master Plan calls for $54.4 million in construction improvements across 5 major project phases.

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View completed projects HERE.

Programs

Swim Lesson Scholarships

Providing swim lesson scholarships to underserved Des Moines families.

Every Kid Gets A Ball

Delivering every child participating in a Parks and Recreation sport with a ball at no cost.

Wreaths Across America

Honoring and remembering veterans through wreath sponsorships in Woodland Cemetery.

Bicycle Fix-It Stations

Installing fix-it stations to improve safety and enjoyment of the trail system.

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Get In Touch

Have a question about a project or a new one in mind? Send a message to Sarah at sarah@friendsofdmparks.org.
Check out a full list of all the exciting Parks and Recreation projects going on HERE.

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