{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/64c2bb2e85617f0011bdea45/670e894ae4b532016e240713?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"On The Foundation: 2024 NAPF Lehman Awards Presented By Greenfields Outdoor Fitness","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/64c2bb2e85617f0011bdea45/1729005576087-d25a236e-32ba-4970-bba0-bfd38ba239bc.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><strong>🎧 The Foundation: A Park’s People Podcast – Special Episode 🌳🏆 Lehman Awards 2024</strong></p><p>Welcome to a <strong>special episode</strong> of <em>The Foundation: A Park’s People Podcast</em>. This one’s a little different from our usual deep dives! In this special recording, we take you behind the scenes of the <strong>Lehman Awards 2024</strong>, celebrating excellence, innovation, and impact among park foundations across the U.S.</p><p><br></p><p>Join us as we share the highlights from the <strong>Lehman Awards breakfast</strong>, where industry leaders gathered to honor creative projects, discuss strategic partnerships, and explore the role of foundations in strengthening communities through public parks and recreation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>✨ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Keynote Address</strong> 🗣️ by <strong>Ron Layman</strong>, a founding member of NAPF, reflecting on the organization’s 10-year journey and its mission to bridge public services and private philanthropy.</li><li><strong>Panel Discussions</strong> 👥 featuring:</li><li><strong>Amy Lewandowski</strong> 🏞 from Arlington Heights Park District, on using park foundations to build inclusive public spaces.</li><li><strong>Matt Rosebrock</strong> 🏕, Vice-Chair of NAPF, on aligning missions and partnerships to fund meaningful community programs.</li><li><strong>Tim Hurd</strong> 💡, CEO of Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society, on developing a statewide foundation and maximizing grants.</li><li><strong>Award Ceremony</strong> 🏅 celebrating outstanding park initiatives, including:</li><li><strong>Somerville Parks Foundation</strong> 🎤 – Karaoke fundraiser for green spaces.</li><li><strong>One Arroyo Parks Foundation</strong> 🌄 – Restoring trails and reopening historic bridges in Pasadena.</li><li><strong>Charleston Parks Conservancy</strong> 🧸 – Hosting the annual Teddy Bear Picnic to engage families and promote environmental education.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Upcoming Opportunity – October 22:</strong></p><p>Interested in launching or advancing a park foundation? Check out our upcoming <strong>training course</strong>, “Establishing and Advancing a Park Foundation.” Visit <strong>the-napf.org/events</strong> for details!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>📲 Join the Conversation:</strong></p><p>This episode is a change of pace for us, and we’d love to know what you think! 🎧 Share your thoughts, favorite moments, or questions on social media, and use the hashtags below to keep the conversation going.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔗 Stay Connected with NAPF:</strong></p><p>Website: the-napf.org</p><p>Follow Us on Social Media: <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/thenapf \" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook</a> | <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/thenapf/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a> | <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-association-of-park-foundations/about/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">LinkedIn</a> | <a href=\"http://www.youtube.com/@thenapf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">YouTube</a></p><p><br></p><p>Listen On Your Favorite Podcast App:</p><p><br></p><p>https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-foundation-a-parks-people-podcast/id1712559495</p><p><br></p><p>https://open.spotify.com/show/1SFJhCvKkFAKHeJ3ipR6HR?utm</p><p><br></p><p>https://www.amazon.com/Foundation-Parks-People-Podcast/dp/B0CCK9HW8K?utm</p><p><br></p><p>https://shows.acast.com/the-foundation-a-parks-people-podcast</p><p><br></p><p>https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-foundation-a-parks-peo-126095557/</p><p><br></p><p>#NAPFAwards 🏆 #ParksAndRecreation 🌳 #ParkFoundation 🏞 #GreenSpacesMatter 🌿 #CommunityImpact 🤝 #LeadershipInParks 👥 #EnvironmentalStewardship 🌱 #InclusivePlaygrounds 🛝 #TeddyBearPicnic 🧸 #TrailRestoration 🥾 #KaraokeForACause 🎤 #OutdoorFitness 💪 #PublicParksForAll 🏕 #NAPF2024 🚀 #FoundationSuccess 🏅 #PartnershipForParks 🤝</p>","author_name":"The National Association of Park Foundations"}