Invitation from the Executive Director
Spring has sprung! Wildflowers are blooming, birds are chirping and the sun is out! Life is good, and it’s time to make good on my New Year’s resolution: to hit the reset button and hike all 190 miles of trails in the San Mateo County Parks system.
I am off to a bit of a slow start due to the rainy winter, but it hasn’t stopped me completely: I have 15-and-a-half miles under my belt. It all started with a New Year’s Day hike at Devil’s Slide. Since then, I’ve had a walking meeting at Huddart, participated in a group hike at Sam McDonald in honor of Black History Month, and hiked nearly every trail at San Pedro Valley in preparation for an event.
I invite you to join me on my next hike. Show me your favorite trail. Tell me about a favorite park outing. Ask me what the San Mateo County Parks Foundation is up to. I want to hear from you! Continue reading
Your Charitable Gifts at Work!
This week, the San Mateo County Parks Foundation made its first gift of 2017 to the San Mateo County Parks Department. Thanks to our wonderful supporters, these gifts, totaling $62,852, have allowed the following projects and programs to happen in your County Parks:
1. Purchase of an arena harrow for the newly refurbished riding ring at Wunderlich County Park. The arena harrow is a valuable piece of equipment that ensures the investment in the riding ring is long-lasting. The knitting effect created by the harrow maintains the footing in good condition and keeps the riding field level for many years. With an improved riding ring, all community members will be welcome to experience the joy of riding a horse in a safe and comfortable manner.
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SAN MATEO COUNTY PARKS FOUNDATION
General Information
The San Mateo County Parks Foundation was established in 1998 to provide additional financial support for the recreational, environmental and educational programs and projects of the San Mateo County Department of Parks. The Foundation is governed by a volunteer board of directors and has a small staff.
The Foundation seeks grants and contributions from individuals, foundations and businesses. Recognition of gifts is done in accordance with the county's approved donor recognition guidelines. The Foundation does not manage the projects directly. The San Mateo County Department of Parks is responsible for the design, permitting, contracting and maintenance of the projects.
Mission Statement
The San Mateo County Parks Foundation inspires people to care for, learn about and enjoy our parks.
Land Acknowledgement
The San Mateo County Parks Foundation’s office is located on the ancestral homeland of the Ramaytush and Muwekma Ohlone peoples, the original inhabitants and land stewards of the San Francisco Peninsula. As guests, we recognize that we benefit from living, working and recreating here on their traditional homeland. We wish to pay our respects by acknowledging the ancestors, elders and future generations of caretakers of the Ohlone people.
Fundraising Priorities and Current Goals
In partnership with the San Mateo County Department of Parks, the Foundation raises funds to support projects, programs and volunteers for benefit parks and visitors.
We are committed to conserving and improving the quality of our county parks for current and future generations to enjoy.