The Wisconsin Park & Recreation Foundation, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) organization established to enhance the role of parks and recreation services in the lives of all the people of Wisconsin through support of the following activities:

• Awarding grants to parks, recreation, and related service professionals.

• Awarding scholarships to students in parks, recreation, and related service professions.

• Promoting the development of parks, recreation, and related service projects and programs.

• Advancing the concept of incorporating wellness principles into everyday life styles.

• Furthering education programs and projects related to the natural environment.

• Encouraging statewide research related to the impact of parks, recreation, and related services provided to the citizens of Wisconsin.