NRPA 2021 Annual Report Showcases Collective Impact of Local Parks and Recreation

Ashburn, Va. (October 29, 2021)

“Our Park and Recreation Story” highlights critical role park and recreation professionals play in equitable, healthy and resilient communities

The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), today, released its 2021 Annual Report that highlights the association’s efforts to create equitable, resilient and healthy communities by investing in and championing local park and recreation professionals.

Despite an ongoing pandemic, NRPA, with the help of its members and partners, continued to build strong, vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation. Key achievements include:

  • $3.64 million invested in local communities
  • 966,932 people impacted through partnerships and programs
  • 94 communities supported through grants and technical assistance
  • 2,676 certifications awarded to park and recreation professionals
  • 31,678 online courses delivered to professionals

“I couldn’t be prouder of the work we’ve accomplished over the past year,” said Kristine Stratton, NRPA President and CEO. “We’ve shared our park and recreation story far and wide and are proving that an investment in local parks and recreation is essential for strong, healthy and thriving communities. We look forward to working with our members, partners and supporters to continue this critical work so that all people have access to benefits of parks and recreation.”

The 2021 NRPA Annual Report builds on NRPA’s campaign, “Our Park and Recreation Story,” that highlights the stories of park and recreation professionals and the incredible impact they make throughout the country.

To read the 2021 NRPA Annual Report, visit www.nrpa.org/annual-report.

To learn more about NRPA, visit www.nrpa.org.

 

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About the National Recreation and Park Association
The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is the leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to building strong, vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation. With more than 60,000 members, NRPA advances this mission by investing in and championing the work of park and recreation professionals and advocates — the catalysts for positive change in service of equity, climate-readiness, and overall health and well-being. For more information, visit www.nrpa.org. For digital access to NRPA’s flagship publication, Parks & Recreation, visit www.parksandrecreation.org.