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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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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It�#TriviaThursdayrsday! Which of the following museums is NOT a part of Grant Park's Museum Campus? ... See MoreSee Less

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We want to thank and give a HUGE shout-out to J's LanesLanes for sponsoring this year's Fore Our Parks Golf Outing. We appreciate their generous#harvardil#harvardil ... See MoreSee Less

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We want to thank and give a HUGE shout-out to Sustainable Staffing Inc. for sponsoring our 2025 Day of the Dead Celebration. We appreciate their generous support! #harvardil #mchenrycountyil ... See MoreSee Less

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Community Food Forest Planting Event - Sunday, May 18th @ 1:00 PM ... See MoreSee Less

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It's #TriviaThursday! The statue in Grant Park, subtitled "Head of State," depicts which President of the United States? ... 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.