Whether you’re hiking along the Eno River or enjoying fun amenities at your neighborhood park, we fundamentally believe access to these open spaces is important to the health and well-being of all Durham residents.

The Durham Parks Foundation supports Durham's parks, trails and open spaces, which contribute to the environmental quality, economic growth, and beauty of Durham.

We were founded in 2015 to facilitate public/private partnerships for Durham Parks and Recreation. The foundation is a volunteer-led organization that provides fundraising, helps publicize future projects, and advocates for the expansion, accessibility and improvement of Durham’s open spaces.

In Fiscal Year 2022, we raised more than $123,000 for park improvements! Your voice and financial support will help us move our mission forward - Learn about our current projects, and make an important contribution today that will benefit Durham.

Durham Parks Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.