Stand with the Parks
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Greensboro’s Downtown Parks are more than just green spaces—they are community gathering places where people connect, celebrate, and create lasting memories. Each year, over 350 free programs and events bring thousands of visitors together for arts, music, wellness, and family-friendly fun.
But these experiences wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of people like you. Greensboro Downtown Parks, Inc. (GDPI) is a nonprofit organization that relies on community support to keep our Parks safe, beautiful, and full of life. Whether you make a donation, volunteer your time, or attend a fundraising event, your support directly impacts the programs and spaces that make our parks a vibrant part of downtown Greensboro.
WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS
Your generosity helps:
✔ Keep 350+ free events and programs running year-round
✔ Maintain safe, beautiful green spaces for everyone to enjoy
✔ Invest in new park amenities and improvements
✔ Strengthen our community partnerships and outreach efforts
Every contribution—big or small—makes a difference.
Ways to Support the Parks
MAKE A DONATION
Your donation helps fund free community programming, park maintenance, and new improvements to keep LeBauer and Center City Parks thriving. Every dollar makes a difference in ensuring these spaces remain welcoming and accessible to all.
Gifts of Securities like Stocks or Mutual Funds
By donating appreciated securities like stocks, bonds, or mutual funds, you provide the vital resources needed to keep our downtown parks green, active, and free for everyone. It’s a powerful way to turn your financial success into a lasting community legacy. Please note that the securities you use to make your gift must have been held by you for more than one year to be fully deductible. It’s a simple and efficient way to give.
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You receive credit and an immediate income tax deduction for the fair market value (average high and low prices on the day of the transfer).
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You avoid capital gains tax.
Before initiating a transfer, please contact Jack Garvey, Jr., Executive Director and Chief Development Officer, at jack@gdpi.org. We want to ensure your gift is tracked correctly, so please ask your broker to include your name in the transfer notes!
Donor Advised Funds (DAF)
A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is a tax-advantaged giving vehicle that allows you to support your favorite charities. If you wish to recommend a grant, Greensboro Downtown Parks, Inc. is set up to receive distributions from all major DAF providers.
Recommending a grant from your DAF to Greensboro Downtown Parks, Inc. is a simple and effective way to support your parks.
Greensboro Downtown Parks, Incorporated is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (Tax ID 47-4953789) and contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Financial information about Greensboro Downtown Parks, Inc. and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Division at 919-814-5400. The license is not an endorsement by the State.