ORANGE MEMORIAL PARK IDENTIFIED AS MACY’S “HEART YOUR PARK”
FUNDRAISING PROGRAM RECIPIENT IN SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
Macy’s partners with the National Recreation and Park Association to raise funds for local parks nationwide, with every dollar matched by Macy’s, up to $250,000
(South San Francisco, CA) – March 6, 2014 – Orange Memorial Park has been selected for “Heart Your Park,” a program introduced as part of Macy’s “Secret Garden” campaign that aims to raise awareness and dollars for local parks across the country. From March 7 to March 31, customers at Macy’s at Serramonte in Daly City can donate $1 or more at the register, with 100 percent of the donations benefiting Orange Memorial Park. To further spread the love, Macy’s will match the total customer donation across all stores, dollar for dollar, up to $250,000 in total.
Orange Memorial Park is one of more than 550 parks nationwide that will benefit from Macy’s “Heart Your Park” this spring. In partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), the national non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of community parks, recreation and conservation, Macy’s stores across the country have each selected a local park or green space in their community to support through the program. Donations will go toward making improvements, such as maintaining trails, playgrounds, and ball fields, and everything in between.
“We are thrilled to partner with Macy’s and NRPA for ‘Heart Your Park’ this spring,” said Sharon Ranals, South San Francisco Parks and Recreation Director. “Through this wonderful program and donations by Macy’s customers, we are excited about the increased awareness and additional funding for Orange Memorial Park. This park is a great asset to the community, and we greatly appreciate Macy’s support.”
Orange Memorial Park is a favorite destination for many local families, offering something for everyone. Activities include baseball, softball, soccer, an indoor swimming pool, basketball, tennis, the Joseph Fernekes Recreation Building which houses classes, rentals, and Summer Camp, a skateboard area, two playgrounds, picnic areas, a dog park, sculpture garden, and art studios. Centennial Way, a 3 mile bicycle and pedestrian linear park, runs adjacent to the park. For more information about the park, visit www.SSF.net.
About National Recreation and Park Association
The National Recreation and Park Association is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing park, recreation and conservation efforts that enhance quality of life for all people. Through its network of 40,000 recreation and park professionals and citizens, NRPA encourages the promotion of healthy and active lifestyles, conservation initiatives and equitable access to parks and public space. For more information, visit www.NRPA.org. For digital access to NRPA’s flagship publication, Parks & Recreation, visit www.parksandrecreation.org.