When land and historic properties are placed under county control, they are managed by the Berks County Parks and Recreation Department. The department uses the space to run programs and activities that enrich our community and educate our children.

Because the Parks and Recreation Department receives less than 1% of the overall County of Berks operating budget each year, it depends upon the generosity of people like you to make preservation efforts and programming possible.

The department partnered with the Berks County Community Foundation to establish the Friends of Berks County Parks Fund, which will provide much-needed support for years to come. By making a tax-deductible gift to the fund, you will help to secure the future of the parks and historic treasures of Berks County for generations to come.

Berks County Community Foundation develops, manages and distributes funds for charitable purposes in the community. The official registration and financial information of Berks County Community Foundation may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free (within Pennsylvania) 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement. 

Friends of Berks county Parks Fund

Of Berks County Community Foundation

Enclosed Is my gift of $______ to help secure the future of Berks County’s natural and historic treasures.

Name: ______________________________________________________________________________

Address: ____________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

I’d like to make this gift in honor or memory (circle one) of:__________________________________

Please send me more information about:       ____ Berks County Parks & Recreation

                                                            ____ Berks County Community Foundation

Please detach this certificate and mail it, along with your gift, to:

                                                            Friends of Berks County Parks Fund

                                                            Berks County Community Foundation

                                                            237 Court St.

                                                            Reading PA 19601

Please make checks payable to Berks County Community foundation and note “Friends of Berks County Parks Fund” on the memo line. To make a gift using your credit card, go to www.bccf.org. You may also make gifts of stocks, bonds, and real estate. Call the Community Foundation at 610-685-2223 to learn more.