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Families & friends gather at picnic tables and on lawn chairs to take in a Lincoln Park Concert

Support our Partners to Support the Parks

Many of the programs, events and projects in Milwaukee County Parks are made possible through the efforts of the Milwaukee Parks Foundation, The Park People, and various local park friends groups and neighborhood associations. Numerous non-profit groups volunteer their time on a range of activities – from hosting summer concerts and fundraising to weeding and presenting educational programs.

For hands-on work and meaningful connections with the community, join a group, get involved and support your Milwaukee County Parks! If you don't see your favorite park listed, consider starting your own group.

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Milwaukee Parks Foundation's Mural for Lucille Berrien Park, with mural creators and the park's namesake posing in front of the mural

Milwaukee Parks Foundation

Milwaukee Parks Foundation provides support to Milwaukee County Parks, complementing Parks operations while cultivating philanthropic support and community involvement. While MPF works closely with Milwaukee County Parks, it is a separate, nonprofit organization. Its efforts aim to foster dynamic connections through our land and community, engaging residents in supporting a safe and vibrant park system that benefits all.

Learn More About the Parks Foundation & Get Involved

Volunteers at one of The Park People's Weed-Out events at County Grounds Park, pulling garlic mustard

The Park People

Since 1977, The Park People of Milwaukee County, Inc. has helped to ensure a vibrant Milwaukee County park system by mobilizing community volunteers, leading initiatives such as Weed-Out, offering tangible tributes/memorials such as commemorative benches and trees, and increasing community awareness.

The Park People also operates as an umbrella organization for many park-specific friends groups throughout Milwaukee County.

Learn More About The Park People & Get Involved

Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens Volunteers gather around a raised bed to plant ferns

Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens
Friends of Wehr
Milwaukee Domes Alliance

These three groups, each a 501(c)(3), present special events and educational programs, raise funds and manage the on-site gift shops as well as tangible tribute/memorial programs. Membership benefits include free admission and free parking at the associated facility; and discounts on the group's select programs, its events, and items in its gift shop.

Get Details on Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens

Get Details on Friends of Wehr

Get Details on Milwaukee Domes Alliance

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