Westchester Parks Foundation Announces Honorees for 47th Anniversary Gala

MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. - On Wednesday, Sept. 25, the Westchester Parks Foundation (WPF) will host its 47th anniversary gala entitled “ Parks Are Essential” at Glen Island Harbour Club in New Rochelle, NY.

All funds raised at the gala will benefit the many WPF programs and services that preserve, enhance, and beautify Westchester County Parks, in particular its Volunteer Program. Since 2015, over 25,000 members of the community have contributed over 76,000 hours of service to Westchester’s incomparable parks.

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The evening will recognize the visionary leadership, commitment and dedication to the community demonstrated by honorees Distinguished Volunteers Mike, Haruko, Nada and Joe; PepsiCo; and Westchester County Board of Legislators, all of whom support WPF and parks in Westchester.

“WPF is made up of a community of park advocates and volunteers, so it is fitting this year that we are honoring groups that are the backbone of our success,” stated Seth Mandelbaum, Chair of the Westchester Parks Foundation Board of Trustees. “Their unwavering assistance helps us carry out our mission of investing in, advocating for, and enhancing the over 50 parks of the Westchester County Parks system.”

Recipients include:

Community Partner Award – Distinguished Volunteers: Mike, Haruko, Nada, Joe

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For their many hours of service dedicated to the beautification and stewardship of Westchester County Parks. These four devoted volunteers have been serving the parks and mission of Westchester Parks Foundation selflessly over hundreds of hours per year from Silver Lake to Tibbetts Brook Park, at Pitch In for Parks and Camp Morty and in our office. All continue to make an immeasurable contribution to our incredible parks system.

Business Impact Award – PepsiCo

For their sponsorship of Westchester Parks Foundation’s Clean River Project, PepsiCo volunteers have dedicated many hours since 2022 ensuring that our beloved Bronx River can be removed of trash on a regular basis. A longtime partner of WPF across many initiatives, the company has been a community leader in Westchester County and globally for decades, contributing to advancing the potential of sustainable and innovative programs around the county.

Special Recognition Award – Westchester County Board of Legislators

For their commitment to supporting the needs and improvement of the Westchester County Parks system and Department in recent years. The Board of Legislators has consistently worked hand-in-hand with the administration of Westchester County and the leadership of the Parks, Recreation and Conservation Department to advance long-awaited capital improvements and support needed initiatives to ensure that Westchester County parks serve the needs of the millions of users that enjoy them each year.

Parks Are Essential Gala will take place on Sept. 25, from 6 to 9 p.m. For more information and to purchase tickets, call 914-231-4600 or visit their website here .

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