The National Recreation and Parks Association

Every October, Coach Appreciation Month gives us a chance to pause and honor the individuals who dedicate their time, energy and heart to shaping the next generation through sports.

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Training grants are grants that do not always provide funds, but instead provide training, coaching and technical assistance. Since 2016, NRPA has been offering instructor training grants for evidenced-based physical activity programs and we just opened applications for another round!

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NRPA’s Public Policy and Advocacy team is closely monitoring the recent government shutdown. Here's what we know and key areas where park and recreation may be impacted.

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Walking paths are simple, low-cost features that deliver enormous benefits, from health and well-being to social connection and environmental awareness.

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This Parks and Recreation Month, we celebrate more than just facilities and programs — we honor the perseverance and partnerships it takes to bring them to life. Because when we build together and play together, we do not just weather hard times — we rise above them.

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Almost two years after receiving the NRPA Danaher Biodiversity grant, the Chicago Park District has seen real, lasting change at Big Marsh Park.

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The Chicago Park District, the Center for Healing and Justice through Sport, and Nike recently came together to celebrate a powerful milestone: 10 years of the Swoosh Summer Academy.

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Nestled in the heart of South Florida’s urban landscape, Deerfield Island Park is a 53-acre natural oasis that serves as a refuge for native wildlife and a sanctuary for rare coastal ecosystems.

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For one Houston park, preservation of natural ecosystems perfectly aligns with preserving the history of its former human inhabitants.

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Budget constraints are real — but so are the costs of disinvestment. Investing in parks and recreation is a high-return strategy for public health, environmental resilience, safety, and economic vitality.

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On this episode of Open Space Radio, we recap our trip to NatureFest, a lively week-long celebration at Anacostia Park that provides a safe, engaging space for kids and their families to explore nature, have fun and create lasting memories during D.C. Public Schools’ Spring Break.

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Podcasting may not be the newest trend in parks and recreation, but it’s one of the most exciting and accessible tools to connect with our communities, highlight our stories and elevate our field.

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Across the country, park and recreation departments are where many kids experience their first coach, their first team, their first taste of what sports can be. But too often, volunteers are handed a whistle and a roster — without the support they need to thrive.

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This May, Clement Lau celebrates 22 years of service with the County of Los Angeles — a milestone that feels especially meaningful during Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month.

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On this episode of Open Space Radio, we share a collaboration with NRPA's newest podcast, Guardians of Greenspaces.

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With tools like smartphones and platforms such as iNaturalist, just about anyone can help expand our collective understanding of biodiversity.

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In parks and recreation, we have the opportunity to lead in the conservation of our precious natural resources. Here are ways you can build a culture of sustainability.

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In Lexington, Kentucky, Park and Recreation Month is an opportunity to raise awareness around local greenspaces and find ways to build relationships between the city and its park system.

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