What is a Community Impact Partner?

A Community Impact Partner is a community-based group, neighborhood association, or volunteer-led organization that partners with Greensboro Parks Foundation to improve a park, recreation facility, trail, or program in partnership with Greensboro Parks & Recreation.

What Greensboro Parks Foundation Provides

• 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status so your donors can make tax-deductible contributions and your project may qualify for grant opportunities.
• Dedicated project page on the Greensboro Parks Foundation website to highlight your project, share accomplishments, and encourage donations.
• Custom donation processing with automated tax receipting, full accounting, and transparent reporting for all contributions.
• Donor management support, including acknowledgment letters and receipting, to ensure your supporters are recognized appropriately.
• Access to financial reporting specific to your project, including revenue, expenses, and donor activity.
• Project guidance on planning, permitting, budgeting, and fundraising strategies to help your project succeed.
• Grant review and administration assistance, including record-keeping and compliance support.
• Resource toolkits with templates and best practices for events, fundraising, communications, and volunteer engagement.
• Promotion of your project through Greensboro Parks Foundation’s website, social media channels, and donor communications.
• Connection to City of Greensboro Parks & Recreation staff and resources to align your work with community needs.
• Non-legal review of contracts or agreements, offering feedback to support your negotiations and protect your project.

What Community Impact Partners Provide

• Vision and leadership to shape the project, with clear goals and measurable outcomes.
• Volunteer power, outreach, and fundraising support to mobilize resources and engage the community.
• Inclusive and accountable leadership through a diverse steering committee or community-led team.
• Advocacy for equity and accessibility, increasing access, inclusion, and activation in Greensboro’s parks and public spaces.
• Broad community support from neighbors, partners, and local organizations, with a commitment to shared stewardship.
• Collaboration with Greensboro Parks Foundation staff and City partners to align with community needs and obtain necessary permissions.
• Capacity to sustain the project long-term, including ongoing maintenance and the ability (or plans) to attract funding from donors, grants, and other partners.

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