Join Us in Preserving Broad Ripple Park Today!
Your support helps maintain our beautiful park and community resources.
What We Do
About Friends of Broad Ripple Park
Friends of Broad Ripple Park brings together people who care about the park and want to help it thrive.
Broad Ripple Park is owned and operated by Indy Parks. Friends of Broad Ripple Park works in partnership with Indy Parks to raise funds, organize volunteers, promote the park, and support projects that go beyond what public resources alone can provide.
Raise Funds
We raise money for improvements, beautification, natural-area stewardship, volunteer supplies, and other needs throughout the park.
Community donations and corporate support make it possible to take on projects that may not otherwise be funded.
Bring Together Volunteers
Volunteers help care for the park by removing invasive plants, maintaining gardens, cleaning up natural areas, supporting events, raising funds, and contributing their skills.
Some volunteers come for a single workday. Others stay involved over time. Both make a difference.
Why Friends Is Needed
Indy Parks manages parks and facilities across Indianapolis and provides the essential staffing, maintenance, recreation programs, and public services that keep Broad Ripple Park operating.
But public funding cannot always cover every improvement, beautification project, or stewardship need.
Friends of Broad Ripple Park helps fill that gap by bringing additional volunteers, private support, and community attention to the park. We work with Indy Parks to identify needs and turn community support into useful, visible work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the mission of the Friends of Broad Ripple Park?
The Friends of Broad Ripple Park aim to promote, protect, and nurture the park as a historic, natural, and recreational resource for the community. We engage in various activities to enhance the park’s environment and accessibility for all.
How can I get involved with the Friends?
You can get involved by volunteering for park cleanups, participating in events, or donating to support our initiatives. We welcome community members to join us in preserving and enhancing Broad Ripple Park for everyone to enjoy.
What events does the Friends organization host?
We host various events throughout the year, including park cleanups, educational workshops, and community gatherings to foster engagement and awareness.
How can I donate to the Friends?
Donations can be made through our website, where you can choose specific projects to support or make a general contribution to our ongoing efforts in the park.
Are there any membership options available?
Yes, we offer membership options that provide benefits such as newsletters, early access to events, and opportunities to participate in exclusive activities. Membership fees help support our mission and projects.