Summer Park Programming Support

Summer fun isn’t too far away!

There are three ways to partner with the Detroit Parks Coalition to bring resources to your neighborhood park:

Hosting the Pistons Neighbors Program

Presented in partnership between the Detroit Parks Coalition, Detroit Pistons Foundation, and City of Detroit Parks & Recreation Division, the Pistons Neighbors Program brings fun and accessible recreational programming to parks throughout Detroit. Through the Neighbors Program, DPC will bring pop up programming and staff to your park, free of charge.

Applying for Grant Funding

In partnership with the Kresge Foundation, the Detroit Parks Coalition will award grants of up to $20,000 for youth and family summer parks programming. Grants will be awarded to community organizations with a demonstrated connection to a neighborhood park and the capacity to manage their own programming and staffing. Funding will support outdoor youth and family programs that occur at least once per month in a neighborhood park. 10-20% of all program budgets must support organizational operations. 

Bringing Outdoor Library Programs to your Park

In partnership with the Detroit Public Library, DPC invites park stewards and community organizations to host youth storytelling and literacy events at their neighborhood park. Organizations should indicate the audience and theme for their event; DPL will coordinate with selected organizations directly to finalize planning.