Important Information about Summer Youth Programs
Parks & People Foundation continues to follow all recommendations for operating youth programs while adhering to social distancing guidelines. Therefore we will be offering our two summer programs – SuperKids Camp and Branches in a virtual format. Even though our programs will look a little different this summer, we are really excited to have the opportunity to continue our programming without interruption this year.
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SuperKids Camp will be offered at no cost this year for six weeks, June 29 – August 7, at five virtual sites. Please register here!
For more information, check out our FAQ.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding SuperKids Camp, or need a refund for fees already paid, please contact Robyn Trayham, via Google Voice 443-219-7406 or robyn.trayham@parksandpeople.org.
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Branches will continue as a YouthWorks site from July 13 – August 14.
For more information, click here.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding Branches please contact David Coyle, via Google Voice 443-470-9364 or david.coyle@parksandpeople.org.
Fall Sports Program 2020
Join our Co-Ed Kickball Program for 3rd – 8th grade students.
Sessions will take place at 10 a.m. and 1p.m on Saturdays in November (7th, 14th, 21st, 28th) at the Parks & People Foundation (2100 Liberty Heights Ave. Baltimore, MD 21217).
We are also seeking high school students, parents, or other coaches to volunteer! If you want to volunteer email Claire Runquist, Volunteer Coordinator.
$40 per player for the full program. Families who register two or more players will pay $25 for each child.
Visit our Sports Program page for more information.
Our Baltimore inspires growth at the intersection of
Active Programs & Vibrant Parks.
Parks reimagined to inspire
city youth and families.
Each day, we assemble with a unified purpose to continue increasing easy access for every child to find inspirational outdoor spaces and activities…
within walking distance from their homes.
Programs with Purpose
Stand in the middle of a park. Close your eyes and listen for a few minutes.
What you hear is the collective energy of hundreds of people gathering to learn, share, and grow.
Families, students and teammates leave with confidence, new friendships and new skills.
Brings teams together to engage in
meaningful and fun character development and athletic skill building activities and competitive play.
High school students explore green careers, improve public parks, enjoy outdoor recreation, and conduct environmental science.
Investment Numbers
Making An Impact In Our Communities
In Progress: Darley Gateway Park
Darley Gateway Park is a .75 acre green space that for over two decades, had been vacant, only being used as a dumping ground and source of blight.
In Phase 1, amenities such as a community stage, new seating, a lush lawn for recreational opportunities, and stormwater planters and a bosque of trees that provides shade to new benches and chess tables were added. Planning for Phase 2 is underway.
SAVE THE DATE!
The 10th Annual Parks & People Foundation Picnic in the Park will be held Friday, September 25, 2020!
“As Parks & People Foundation’s President & CEO, and as a native Baltimorean, it is my goal to give the children of my beloved city every chance to succeed. I know firsthand the transformative power of programs that embrace the talent and desire for learning within children and help them reach their potential.”
Franklin Lance
President & CEO
“My most memorable experience this season was being able to really experience proper teamwork and a good relationship with my teammates. Having a good, friendly competitive relationship with other teams. But the best experience has to be growing close to people and making connections I didn’t ever think I’d make.”
Maya
Middle Schools Sports Participant
“I made so many new friends. We planted a garden and came back all summer to make sure vegetables were growing. They grew. And then we made pizzas with our garden toppings!”
Branches Student
Branches Participant
“Branches is a meaningful internship for young people that provides space to grow as environmental stewards and opportunities to engage and improve Baltimore communities.”
Blake Wrigley
Branches Team Leader
Ready to get involved?
We cannot achieve our mission without the help and support of peple like you.
We offer a variety of opportunities for individuals and groups of all sizes,
abilities and interests to serve as a committed and caring volunteer.
