Charleston Parks Conservancy

Exciting news! 🗞 Thanks to your incredible support, the Colonial Lake revitalization has been fully funded! This milestone allows us to fast-track our horticultural enhancements, with completion set for Fall 2025. Horticultural installations are focused on introducing a diverse plant species to enrich the ecosystem, enhancing the park's capacity to absorb rainwater and mitigate flooding,and improving safety and visibility to create a more enjoyable space for all. We’re incredibly grateful for the dedication and generosity of all who have made this possible. To learn more about the project and how you can continue to support your parks, visit our Colonial Lake revitalization page: https://lnkd.in/e_ziDcZB

We have been nominated as the Charleston Regional Business Journal's Nonprofit Organization of the Year! Help us win by casting your vote daily through September 27th. Each vote raises awareness for our mission to nurture and steward Charleston's parks, creating vibrant spaces for all to enjoy. Click the link below, select "Companies of the Year," scroll to "Nonprofit Organization of the Year," find "Charleston Parks Conservancy", and vote! Remember to share this post for your friends, family and network to choose the Conservancy as Nonprofit Organization of the Year. https://lnkd.in/eM4-iWpq

As per Mayor Cogswell, the City of Charleston has been declared in a State of Emergency. The Conservancy continues to monitor weather conditions and City guidelines for Tropical Storm Debby. Please stay informed on government updates through https://lnkd.in/ethgC2vH. The Conservancy has implemented the following measures to ensure staff, volunteer and all supporter's safety: - Cancellation of all volunteer activities through Friday, August 9th. - Charleston Parks Conservancy offices will be closed through Wednesday, August 7th. - Loose park items have been secured and/or removed from Conservancy parks and offices. - Notice to supporters to seek shelter as necessary and follow direction of the City of Charleston and other governing bodies. For contacts during Tropical Storm Debby, please follow the directive below. - For any emergencies and life-threatening situations, always dial 911. - Residents can call or email with non-emergency questions or requests at 843-724-7311 or citizenservices@charleston-sc.gov. Spanish-speaking services available through Charleston County Government at 843-746-3909. Operates 24 hours a day. - Questions or concerns regarding the Conservancy's storm measures - email sowen@charlestonparksconservancy.org. Stay safe, and we look forward to seeing you in the parks next week! 📸: Eyerise Photograph

We’re a community service organization that believes public parks and green spaces are important for the future of Charleston. We envision a community that understands, experiences, and values these essential public resources. Our mission is to inspire the people of Charleston to connect with their parks and together create stunning public spaces and a strong community.

We are hiring a Development Coordinator that can effectively promote our mission to connect people to their parks, who has a desire to learn and develop new skills and proficiencies, and wants an opportunity to grow and advance in their career. Please visit our careers page on our website or listing on LinkedIn to learn more. https://lnkd.in/eEKZcija

When parks thrive, people thrive. Your support goes directly to growing a better Charleston through our parks and green spaces. Read our 2Q Impact Report for insight into how your investment goes directly back to your community. https://lnkd.in/dvfmrTky

Save the date! The 14th annual Party for the Parks will be November 2, 2024, at Colonial Lake. This year's theme, "Palm Royale," invites you to step back in time to the glamor and opulence of Palm Beach in the 1960s. Prepare to be dazzled by a night of elegance, luxury, and unforgettable entertainment. 📅 Date: Saturday, November 2 🕕 Time: 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. 📍 Where: Colonial Lake, Charleston, SC 29401 Interested in becoming a sponsor? Join Charleston’s leading businesses, elevate your brand to a coveted audience and guarantee a spot at the most exciting party of the year! Click here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gTuh8u8H Proceeds from the Party for the Parks will directly benefit the invaluable work of the Charleston Parks Conservancy, ensuring that the nonprofit organization can continue to offer free programs for the community. These programs engage people of all ages and backgrounds, fostering a sense of community. Community members come together, connect, and build relationships through shared experiences in the parks.

We are thankful to have such incredible support to make the Mulberry Park Food Forest a reality. A special thanks to SC Forestry Commission, City of Charleston, the Ardmore Neighborhood association, Trident United Way, Healthy People Healthy Carolinas, and Bank of America.

Stay up to date with all the latest happenings in your parks! 🌸 Get updates on Charleston Parks Conservancy projects, quarterly impact reports, volunteer opportunities, events and more delivered directly to your email inbox. 📩 Dig deeper into what the Conservancy is up to and your impact in Charleston. Sign up at the link below! https://lnkd.in/eCZx-pA8

We have some exciting and urgent news about our Colonial Lake Revitalization! 🌿 Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, we have already raised over $25,000 of our $125,000 goal in just one month! We are deeply grateful to everyone who has contributed to the two-year revitalization of Colonial Lake to combat flooding, restore biodiversity, and enhance the park. 🦋   We have an extraordinary opportunity to double your impact. Cindy and Ben Lenhardt, historic district residents, renowned philanthropists, and passionate advocates for our mission, have generously pledged to match every donation up to $50,000. To unlock their full match, we must raise an additional $25,000 by August 1, 2024. Time is of the essence. Thanks to this generous match, the community's $25,000 contribution by August 1 will take us $50,000 closer to an even more beautiful Colonial Lake.   Support the next generation of Colonial Lake and donate today at the link below. https://lnkd.in/dxHSDNMi