Grant and Fundraising Resources
NRPA periodically posts information about grants and fundraising opportunities available for park and recreation agencies, affiliated groups and nonprofits.
NRPA Strategic Plan 2025-2029
NRPA is proud to launch our 2025 Strategic Plan, which will guide our work during the next five years through 2029.
Our Three Pillars
On any given day, someone is positively affected through parks and recreation – whether they are taking a walk on a trail or fitness class at the community center, getting a nutritious meal or just reaping the benefits of clean air and water because of preserved open space.
Advocacy
NRPA's public policy team works every day to represent the cause of public parks and recreation at the federal level by fighting for funding and legislation that improves access to open space and recreational opportunities for all people
NRPA Awards
The National Recreation and Park Association awards programs highlight the efforts of those who go above and beyond to make a difference in the community.
Scholarships and Fellowships
Scholarships and fellowships provide recipients with the opportunity to explore the operation of NRPA at our Annual Conference. Each year, four Young Professional Fellowships, two Student Scholarships and two Diversity Scholarships are awarded.
Parks Build Community
NRPA's Parks Build Community is a national initiative demonstrating the transformative value of parks on the health and vitality of communities across America.
Partnerships
NRPA builds relationships with like-minded partners and allies to build strong, vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation.
Aquatics
The National Recreation and Park Association is dedicated to providing resources to aquatics professionals operating swimming pools in every community.
Playgrounds
The National Recreation and Park Association is dedicated to providing resources to professionals and advocates of playgrounds to help ensure the safety of playgrounds in every community.
Urban Parks
Urban parks serve as critical public places for recreation and civic engagement, essential to quality of life in urban centers. Parks help provide solutions to a myriad of national and community issues: providing healthy places to exercise, managing stormwater runoff and helping clean the air, catalyzing economic and community development, and providing safe, close to home recreation options. Join NRPA in the fight to ensure that every community has a great park.
Success Stories
NRPA’s Success Story Database is a collection of community-level stories from local park and recreation agencies across the country that have implemented successful strategies to improve the communities in which they live, work and play.
Volunteer with NRPA
Whatever your area of interest or expertise, NRPA offers a variety of ways to make meaningful contributions through committees, task forces, and other volunteer opportunities.