At PLAY Boulder Foundation, our work is guided by a set of core values that threads through all our programs. We are committed to fostering equity, promoting community engagement, empowering youth, building partnerships, championing teamwork, and advancing health equity. These values shape each of our initiatives and fuel our mission to create a more inclusive and vibrant Boulder.
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PLAY Boulder Foundation: Who We Are
The PLAY Boulder Foundation was established to support Boulder Parks and Recreation by fundraising to enhance our community’s most cherished parks and facilities. While we continue this work through Placemaking efforts, we have expanded our programming to provide additional resources beyond the City Parks Department’s capacity. Our work now extends beyond City limits to support the people and places most in need. PLAY Boulder Overview
Notable successes include the PLAYpass program, which addresses systemic barriers to recreation for under-resourced youth; the Tree Trust, engaging the community in planting and caring for the urban canopy on private lands; and the Community Forestry Youth Corps, offering young people hands-on experience in natural climate solutions. Our strategic pillars are:
As BPR's non-profit partner, we sustain a mutually beneficial public-private partnership, supporting community health and wellness.
PLAY Boulder uniquely benefits the community through several key contributions:
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PLAY's mission is to support excellence in parks and recreation by mobilizing community support through education, philanthropy, and advocacy. We enhance local public spaces, preserve Boulder's environment, and expand access to recreation programs.
The PLAY Boulder Foundation (PLAY) began its efforts as the official non-profit partner of the City of Boulder Parks and Recreation department in 1976, a time when protecting our urban parks and public spaces was critical to the future of Boulder. PLAY helped the department launch the first Boulder Creek Festival, which provided funds to jumpstart PLAY's mission and initiate outreach for protecting Boulder's urban spaces.
Most recently, PLAY has realigned programmatic and project initiatives to reflect our community's changing economic, cultural, and environmental needs, and infuses fiscal sponsorship in all we do. PLAY's three core values and initiatives include Access, Environmental Sustainability and Urban Placemaking. PLAY delivers programming that aligns with each of these core values.
Access: PLAY seeks to ensure that residents of all ability, age, and means can access the exceptional programs Boulder has to offer while feeling welcomed and included. Our PLAYpass program aims to reduce barriers to fee-based participation in sport and recreation programs, so all Boulder youth can thrive and live healthy, active lifestyles.
Environmental Sustainability: PLAY is dedicated to ensuring the long-term sustainability of Boulder's environment. From our trees to pollinator-friendly plants, PLAY is making strides to keep our communities healthy and resilient for years to come. The Tree Trust works with citizens to support trees across Boulder County and promote and grow a healthy urban canopy. The program's goal is to provide citizens with resources to care for their trees, tools to recognize and prevent developing diseases, and the aid to retain a sustainable urban canopy. The Community Forestry Youth Corps is a natural climate solutions Urban canopy stewardship paid summer internship opportunity program for youth from diverse backgrounds. This program focuses on equity and accessibility to all who apply and participate in this program.
Urban Placemaking: Through PLAY's urban placemaking initiatives, we seek to enhance local facilities, parks, and public gathering spaces in Boulder to foster a more unified and healthy community.
As we look toward a brighter future, we invite you to stand with us in expanding our horizons, increasing recreational opportunities, and preserving the natural beauty that makes Boulder County so special. Your support fuels our initiative, enhances equity for all, and strengthens our commitment to environmental sustainability. Together, let's make an impact —one that future generations can enjoy and be proud of. Join us in this journey and make a difference today!
Organization name
PLAY Boulder Foundation
other names
Boulder Parks & Recreation Fdn.
1976
Tax id (EIN)
84-0725860
Category
Recreation & Sports
Organization Size
Medium Organization
Address
3160 Airport RdMailing
PO Box 20935Boulder County, CO, US