Packers, NFL Foundation, LISC Grassroots Field Grant Program Award $100,000 to Milwaukee to Support Development of Community Football Field
Grant will fund installation of a natural grass field at King Park in Milwaukee, expanding access to safe, high-quality recreation spaces
The Green Bay Packers, in partnership with the NFL Foundation and the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), have awarded a $100,000 grant through the LISC Grassroots Field Grant Program to the Milwaukee Parks Foundation to support the installation of a natural grass field at King Park in Milwaukee, Wis.
“We are proud to award this grant in partnership with the NFL Foundation and LISC,” said Packers President and CEO Ed Policy. “Enhancing local recreation spaces strengthens our communities and offers opportunities for athletes and sports fans of all ages and ability levels to come together and enjoy the benefits of outdoor space.”
The grant awarded to Milwaukee will support renovations on the existing multi-use athletic field in the southwest corner of King Park, a 21-acre public park owned and managed by Milwaukee County Parks. The upgraded field will continue to support high school football practices, flag football and athletic training. Milwaukee Academy of Science, a nearby school, has committed to using the field for football in the fall and track in the spring. By providing a safe, reliable playing surface, the project will also create new opportunities for seasonal clinics, community events and year-round youth engagement.
Founded in 2019, the Milwaukee Parks Foundation (MPF) is an independent nonprofit that partners closely with Milwaukee County Parks to build philanthropic and community support for the park system. Guided by a mission to collectively steward a thriving park system and a vision of safe, vibrant parks that benefit all, MPF supports the creation of inclusive public spaces that reflect the needs of Milwaukee’s diverse communities.
The NFL Foundation and LISC have partnered for nearly three decades to help young people stay active and healthy by creating safe, accessible places to play through the development of community football fields. Since the program’s inception, more than $70 million has been distributed to community organizations and schools across the country, resulting in the construction or refurbishment of nearly 500 fields nationwide.
“For nearly 30 years, the NFL Foundation and LISC have helped expand access to safe, high-quality places for young people to play, grow and connect,” said Alexia Gallagher, NFL Vice President of Philanthropy and Executive Director of the NFL Foundation. “Through the Grassroots Field Grant Program, we are proud to support local leaders who are creating healthier communities and opening more pathways for youth to experience the benefits of football.”
LISC identifies local nonprofit and community-based agencies interested in building or refurbishing football fields in schools and neighborhood parks. Through the program, local agencies receive the necessary financing and technical assistance to improve the quality and safety of fields in their communities. The agencies oversee the construction, maintenance and programming for each field.
About NFL Foundation: The National Football League Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of those touched by the game of football – from players at all levels to communities across the country. The NFL Foundation and its members, the 32 NFL clubs, support the health, safety and wellness of athletes, youth football, and the communities that support our game. Over the past 50 years, the NFL Foundation has become one of the leading philanthropic entities in America, contributing to NFL team communities, national and international disaster relief efforts, and societal issues. For more information on the NFL Foundation, visit: www.NFLFoundation.org.
About LISC: LISC is one the country’s largest community development organizations, helping forge vibrant, resilient communities across America. LISC works with residents and partners to close systemic gaps in health, wealth and opportunity and advance racial equity so that people and places can thrive. Since its founding in 1979, LISC has invested $38 billion to create more than 552,000 affordable homes and apartments, develop 88 million square feet of retail, community and educational space, and help tens of thousands of people find employment and improve their finances. For more information, visit www.lisc.org.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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