Harvard parks foundation

Welcome to our parks foundation, where nature thrives and communities flourish. We are committed to preserving and enhancing public parks, creating vibrant spaces that inspire connection, promote well-being, and enrich the lives of all who call this city home.

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Upcoming Events

Our Annual Golf Outing

Please join us for our 4th annual "Fore Our Parks" golf outing event. It will take place July 30th, 2025 at Beaver Creek golf course. Please click on the button below to register!

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Day of the Dead 2025!

Please join us Saturday October 18th, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM for our second annual Dia de Los Muertos Celebration! Please click "Learn More" below to see the schedule of events and location of the event!

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Bowling for the Parks 2026

Please join us in February 2026 for Bowling for the Parks. More details are coming soon.

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Harvard Parks Foundation

Harvard Parks Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit, raising funds to support the City of Harvard

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4 days ago

Harvard Parks Foundation
We are seeking volunteers to help us with our Day of the Dead Celebration on Saturday, October 18. We need help with setting up, selling tickets, bartending, checking ID, assisting with the bull riding event, and cleaning up. If you are interested in volunteering, scan the QR code in the graphic below or go to signup.com/go/OaogNEX ... See MoreSee Less

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6 days ago

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Thank you to Harvard Public Works for installing this awesome photo spot in the dog park at Milky Way Park. Feel free to share a picture of your pup at the photo spot in the comments or with the hashtag #milkywaydogpark! #harvardil #mchenrycountyil ... See MoreSee Less

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Harvard Parks Foundation is attending an event in Illinois.

7 days ago

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One month to go! Are you ready?We are looking for volunteers to help out and could use YOU!Sign up here:signup.com/go/OaogNEX@followers #share ... See MoreSee Less

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Volunteer

Are you passionate about preserving and enhancing our city’s parks? Join our cause as a volunteer and be part of a dedicated team that nurtures these green spaces, fosters community connections, and creates lasting positive impact. Together, we can make a difference, one volunteer at a time.

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Future Objectives and goals

Check out the City of Harvard’s master plan and visioning workshop for the future development of our public parks by clicking the links below.