5 Ways You Can Help Victims of Hurricane Harvey
By Barbara Tulipane | Posted on August 31, 2017
The appeals to help support victims of hurricane Harvey in Texas and beyond can be heard everywhere. The need is great now and it won’t go away once the rains and floodwaters subside.
Employee Engagement Boosts Community Cohesion
By Kellie May | Posted on August 22, 2017
In June, NRPA partnered with the Citi Foundation to host Global Community Day service projects at local park and recreation agencies in nine cities across the country. Citi employees, their family members and community volunteers participated in park maintenance/beautification, and other projects that helped revitalize local park spaces.
How Cities and Local Parks are Celebrating the American Solar Eclipse — Episode 004
By Roxanne Sutton | Posted on August 20, 2017
For the first time in 26 years, all of the US will be treated to some form of an eclipse on Monday, August 21, with a large portion being able to view a total eclipse.
Arthritis: A Leading Contributor to Poor Health Among Older Adults
By Lesha Spencer-Brown | Posted on August 18, 2017
Nearly one in three older adults suffer from arthritis. Learn how NRPA, with the support of the CDC, is disseminating and increasing sustainable supports for evidence-based physical activity programs designed to help people with arthritis.
Making Sense of Charlottesville Through Local Leadership
By Leon T. Andrews, Jr. | Posted on August 17, 2017
NRPA Chair-Elect Leon Andrews writes about the importance of local leadership in standing up for equity.
Mount Airy Parks & Recreation Showcases a Community Above and Beyond The Andy Griffith Show
By Kate Sims and Jayni Rasmussen | Posted on August 15, 2017
Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) participated in a park champion event in Mt. Airy, NC where the importance of USDA meal programs — and parks and recreation's role in providing meals to youth — was demonstrated.
