What We Do

We're a voice for the value of parks and recreation in our community

Fundraising

Through donations, fundraisers and collaborative efforts with individuals and business owners like you, we raise funds to improve the quality of life for all who work, live and play in Chapel Hill.

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Volunteering

Whether it’s fixing a trail, staffing an event, or leading a fundraiser, we’re there!

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Advocacy

We’re a voice for the value of parks  and recreation in our community, supporting our Town staff and other providers of programs and places to play and enjoy.

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I was a good friend of Joe Herzenberg, who served many years on the Town Council and helped establish our greenways system. Joe left the Friends of Chapel Hill Parks funds from his estate for green ways and benches. The Friends used these funds for trails and benches as Joe requested. I was proud to serve on the Board to work with a local artist to install a bench along Bolin Creek trail in his honor.
- Kathie Young of Chapel Hill

Our Mission

To support the Town of Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation department and improve the quality of life for all who live, work, and play in our community.

Our Vision

To help provide equitable access to world-class parks, trails, and diverse recreational opportunities.

If you wish to contribute to the work of this organization, we welcome your participation. Please contact us.

Meet Our Board of Directors

Neal Bench
Christine Berndt

Vice Chair

Erin Crouse

Treasurer

Wesley McMahon

Chair

Michael Everhart
Mary Beth Powell

Secretary

Steve Price
Johnny Randall

Board Membership

Friends seeks to engage a wide cross-sector of our community to ensure that our organization is reflective of the diversity of the neighbors we serve. We are looking for neighbors to take a deeper step with us as committee members and potential board members.

If you have an interest in helping grow our tree canopy and park landscape, making the benefits of green spaces available to all, send us an email under contact us!

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