Batavia Parks Foundation

Batavia Parks Foundation Mission:
To foster recreation and open space initiatives that enhance residents' quality of life.

Batavia Parks Foundation was incorporated in 2003 as a 501(c)3 organization as a means of enhancing the quality of life in the Batavia community through stewardship for open space, parks, facilities, cultural activities, and recreational programs. Among our objectives is to partner with other community organizations towards common projects. Revenue sources are solely from donations, grants, fundra

ising, sponsorships, and bequests. The Parks Foundation has undertaken and completed many successful projects, including the Batavia Park District Leisureship Program (2005-2016) providing class scholarships to deserving individuals, the Peg Bond Center Pavilion (Bandshell) Project (2009-2010), SpaceNet at Engstrom Park (2010), Bulldogs Unleashed (2011 & 2018),Disc Golf Course at West Main (2012-2013), the Batavia Riverwalk Boardwalk Project (2014), Pandemic Scholarship Fund, and the PEACE ON EARTH permanent art project (2022-today).

Scenes from a fundraiserHuge thank you to all who helped made this night possible from the local businesses who donated ...
04/11/2026

Scenes from a fundraiser

Huge thank you to all who helped made this night possible from the local businesses who donated for the raffle, the foundation members who organized it, the Batavia Park for supporting us and all the amazing people that showed up and made it a success. We appreciate you.

Join us this Friday for a fun night at Sturdy Shelter and support the foundation! Your $20 ticket comes with a drink and...
04/08/2026

Join us this Friday for a fun night at Sturdy Shelter and support the foundation! Your $20 ticket comes with a drink and snacks during the event and some really great raffle items!

Spring fun down at Clark Island! Help us paint rocks, and meet Ana and Elsa!
04/12/2025

Spring fun down at Clark Island! Help us paint rocks, and meet Ana and Elsa!

Join us down at the Clark Island Ribbon Cutting Celebration! We’ll be here until noon!
04/12/2025

Join us down at the Clark Island Ribbon Cutting Celebration! We’ll be here until noon!

On Giving Tuesday, the Batavia Parks Foundation thanks you, Batavia, for those giving another year of service, the insta...
12/03/2024

On Giving Tuesday, the Batavia Parks Foundation thanks you, Batavia, for those giving another year of service, the installation of Batavia's new selfie station, and the wonderful new Batavia Peace Garden. As board terms come to a close today, we thank the outgoing board members for their service and welcome in new board members, leadership, and a vision for the future. See you in the parks!

🎄✨ The holiday season is officially here in Batavia! Join us along the beautiful River Walk to see the Batavia Parks Fou...
11/28/2024

🎄✨ The holiday season is officially here in Batavia! Join us along the beautiful River Walk to see the Batavia Parks Foundation's Holiday Tree, now shining bright with alongside so many awesome organizations. It's the perfect spot to get into the holiday spirit and enjoy some seasonal cheer.

🎉 Don't miss the Batavia Park District Celebration of Lights this Sunday at 5:00 PM! Come out for an evening of music, merriment, and magic as we light up the tree and celebrate the season together and welcome Santa to Batavia.

Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to make this holiday tradition even more special. We can’t wait to see you there! 🌟🎅

Get outside to tryout the new recreation area at Clark Island for a new type of fitness workout. Walk or 🚴 there to get ...
11/03/2024

Get outside to tryout the new recreation area at Clark Island for a new type of fitness workout. Walk or 🚴 there to get in your cardio as well!

Our selfie station is waiting for your family. This is your holiday card photo spot!
11/03/2024

Our selfie station is waiting for your family. This is your holiday card photo spot!

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401 S. River St.
Batavia, IL
60510

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