Friends

Friends of Ridgefield Parks & Recreation

About Friends of Parks & Rec

The Friends of Ridgefield Parks & Recreation is a nonprofit organization formed in 1987 and supports the activities and facilities of the Ridgefield Parks & Recreation Department/Commission.  Its mission is to provide financial assistance for special programs and projects offered by the Department/Commission.

Over the years, the Friends of Ridgefield Parks & Recreation has raised funds for many projects.

Past Projects:

  • Athletic Fields/Expansion
  • Barn Youth Programs
  • Baseball Field Enhancements
  • CHIRP: Summer Park Concerts
  • Debug Wheelchair for Special Needs
  • Main Street Playground
  • Out & About for Special Needs
  • Richardson Park Improvements
  • Spotlight Theatre
  • Trees for Town

Recent Projects:

  • Martin Park Pickleball Courts
  • Evergreen Pavilion
  • 911 Memorial
  • Ballard Park Improvements
  • Governor Park
  • Planting of Grown Trees in Richardson Park
  • Skate Park Improvements
  • Sky’s the Limit All-Inclusive Playground

Friends of Ballard Park is a project of the Friends of Ridgefield Parks & Recreation Commission, a 501(c)(3) Charitable Organization.