Mission

Del Rio Parks Foundation is committed to enriching the quality of life for the community through the development of outdoor park and recreational spaces in the City of Del Rio. We serve to nurture open space improvement opportunities by encouraging and mobilizing the financial support of neighborhood groups, foundations and citizens.

Objectives

  • Del Rio, just like nature, thrives on diversity. Through beautification and use of a variety of open spaces, we believe we can strengthen our human connections across a broad spectrum of ages, ethnicities and backgrounds.

  • People of all ages, backgrounds and abilities can be recipients of the social and health benefits of parks and outdoor activities.

  • Spending time outdoors supports physical and mental health by encouraging activity, promoting social interaction and connecting people with the natural world around them.

  • Involve schools, community organizations and private citizens in the sustainability movement to raise the collective environmental IQ of our community.

  • Local business leaders are eager to contribute to a better quality of life for Del Rio citizens and the Del Rio Parks Foundation is a viable tool for contribution.

Core Focus

Purpose/Cause/Passion: Improving the quality of life in Del Rio through open space improvement projects. 

Our Niche: Vision, planning and execution on progressive and world-class park and open space projects

Core Values

  1. Simple. 

  2. Exceptional.

  3. Collaborate wisely and execute fully.

  4. Inspire community ownership (do the right thing).

  5. Cast a wide, meaningful net.

Past and Current Projects

  • 2016, 2017 and 2018 Education Series

  • Amistad Urban Oasis, presented by H-E-B

  • Del Rio Community Garden

  • Del Rio Community Dog Park

  • Overpass Triangle

  • Bleachers at Field of our Dreams, made possible by a grant from Howmet

  • Pocket Park Live Event Stage, made possibly by a grant from Howmet

1 YEAR GOALS - October 2024

  • Recruit a Community Manager, and a Fundraising and Grants Manager 

  • Build a better database and communication infrastructure 

  • Plan Del Rio Parks Foundation 2025 10-year Anniversary 

  • Create more Del Rio Parks Foundation signage

  • Complete Community Garden upgrades, including pathways and raised beds

  • Secure commitment for one trails project

  • Implement All Kids Bike Kindergarten Program in one school

  • Launch and completed 2024 educational content series

3 YEAR PICTURE - 2026

  • Host a fun and engaging Del Rio Parks Foundation 2025 10-year Anniversary celebration

  • Be the number one driver of park projects in the community

  • High interest and excitement about the DRPF Board of Directors participation

  • Strong collaborations and trust with City and County

  • Best in class signage and presence in the community

  • Robust pool of dedicated volunteers

  • Community Garden as a replicable model for more local mini gardens

  • Educational resources, videos, and presentations about DRPF projects and mission 

  • 1 bike-optimized trail system and 1 bike park project on the ground

  • All Kids Bike Kindergarten Program in three schools

10 YEAR TARGET - 2033

  • Build or improve upon 10 new parks and greenways to make quality green spaces available within a short walk from every resident.

Interested in being a part of it?