ABOUT US
The Geneseo Park District Foundation was founded in 2014 primarily to help raise capital funds for a new Aquatic Center. The Foundation has since broadened its focus to continue to support and promote the mission of the Geneseo Park District.
OUR MISSION
The Foundation’s mission is to promote and cultivate stewardship along with financial support empowering the Geneseo Park District to enhance the quality of life in our community by providing a positive recreational experience for all.
The Foundation cooperatively works with the Park District Board & Staff in selecting and funding capital improvement projects for the Geneseo Park District.
ACHIEVING OUR MISS ION
The Foundation will achieve its mission by...
• identifying and raising funds for park and recreation based capital improvement projects
• organizing and hosting community special events for fund-raising purposes
• supporting the FUNding Positive Recreational Experiences Financial Assistance Program
• supporting and promoting the mission of the Geneseo Park District
FOUNDATION BOARD MEMBERS
Erin Vorac President
Melissa Olson Vice-President
Erin Wyffels Secretary
Paula Verbeck Treasurer
Todd Sieben Commissioner
Help
Geneseo Community Center
The GENESEO COMMUNITY CENTER , located at 541 E. North Street has served as the center of recreational activities in our community since 1983. The Community Center offers something for everyone with an indoor pool, cardio/weight room, life fitness room, sauna, dedicated gymnastics room, a gymnasium with basketball, pickleball & racquetball courts and an indoor elevated walking track.
STEAM ROOM
Steam rooms offer benefits consistent with a sauna (sweat, relax, lower pulse/blood pressure) without the higher temps of a traditional sauna
Cost: $100,000 | Quantity: 1
BRONZE STATUE
Lifelike bronze statue at the entrance of the Community Center of children doing what they do best...playing.
Cost: $25,500 | Quantity: 1
KEY FAB SYSTEM
As an update in our facility security, this Card Access system will provide a more secure method of who has access to our facilities that can be controlled and monitored to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our facilities, members and assets.
Cost: $15,000 | Quantity: 1
INFRARED SAUNA
Open the sauna experience to those who may not be able to withstand the hotter air created within a traditional sauna. Infrared heats the body directly using somewhat lower temperatures than does the traditional stove heated sauna.
Cost: $10,000 | Quantity: 1
SOLAR POWER CHARGING
STATION BENCH
Bench is designed to provide a comfortable place to sit, relax and charge your devices quickly.
Cost: $6,000 | Quantity: 1
SECURE CELL PHONE CHARGING STATION
This charging locker contains multiple ports capable of charging devices simultaneously and securely without sacrificing charging speeds.
Cost: $2,500 | Quantity: 4
INDOOR BENCHES
A place to rest and gather with family and friends.
Cost: $3,500 / bench | Quantity: 2
TREES
Strengthen the distinctive character of the Community Center.
Cost: $1,000 / tree | Quantity: 6
PORTABLE PICKLEBALL NETS
Light weight and easy to move for either Indoor or Outdoor play.
Cost: $500 each | Quantity: 3
FLAGS
Keep our flags looking respectable with replacement US & Illinois Flags.
US FLAGS Cost: $50 / flag | Quantity: 10
ILLINOIS FLAGS Cost: $50 / flag | Quantity: 10
LAP COUNTERS
Keep track of your progress as you make your laps on the indoor elevated track.
Cost: $10 / counter | Quantity: 10
CREATING MEMORIES...
John & Carla Edwards Aquatic Center
Adjacent to The Center, the JOHN & CARLA EDWARDS AQUATIC CENTER was completed in May 2016. This outdoor complex includes a Pool house, Splash Pad, 6 Lane Lap Pool, Drop Slide, 2 Diving Boards, Climbing Wall, Activity Pool with Zero Depth Entry, Play Feature, Lily Pad Walk and Current Channel. Concessions are available during Open Swim Hours. The temperature controlled Poolside Room is available to rent year round.
FLUME SLIDE
20 ft tall single person water slide with multiple loops and ends in a deceleration shoot.
Cost: $500,000 | Quantity: 1
SHADE SAIL
Stay out of the sun while enjoying some time at the Aquatic Center with an additional shade sail.
Cost: $10,000 | Quantity: 1
SNO CONE MACHINE
These icy treats come in many different flavors and would be a refreshing addition to the Aquatic Center during the warm summer months.
Cost: $1,500 | Quantity: 1
TREES
Strengthen the distinctive character of the Aquatic Center.
Cost: $1,000 / tree | Quantity: 2
LOUNGE & UPRIGHT CHAIRS
Guests will be able to relax in these full-body or simple chairs that provide comfort while soaking up the sun or watching the activities in the pool.
LOUNGE CHAIR Cost: $200 /chair | Quantity: 10
UPRIGHT CHAIR Cost: $25 /chair | Quantity: 30
UMBRELLAS FOR LIFEGUARD STANDS
Umbrellas provide one of the methods for lifeguard sun protection.
Cost: $100 / umbrella | Quantity: 10
RESCUE TUBES
A long buoy-like piece of equipment that lifeguards use in water rescues.
Cost: $50 / tubes | Quantity: 10
LIFE JACKETS
Coast Guard approved vests that allow the nonswimmer to enjoy the water in a fun and safe manner.
Cost: $25 / life jacket| Quantity: 20
SUNSCREEN
Sun protection for the lifeguards during the long, hot summer days.
Cost: $10 / bottle | Quantity: 50
Athletic Field CREATING MEMORIES...
The ATHLETIC FIELD , located 1 block west of the Community Center offers FREE outdoor recreation, is open to all residents for a variety of uses such as; basketball, tennis, pickleball, running/walking on the track, playing a game on the permanent bags court, ping pong table and sand volleyball court or just lounging on the grass! The Athletic Field currently serves as the host to Geneseo Youth & Middle School Football.
SKATE PARK
Purpose-built recreational environment made for skateboarding, BMX, scooter, wheelchair, and aggressive inline skating.
Cost: $350,000 | Quantity: 1
TENNIS/PICKLEBALL COURTS
Replace the current cracked courts with a new smooth play surface and fencing.
Cost: $300,000 | Quantity: 1
DOG PARK
The dog park will provide an enclosed place for dogs to socialize and play on equipment.
Cost: $125,000 | Quantity: 1
SOLAR POWER CHARGING STATION BENCH
Bench is designed to provide a comfortable place to sit, relax and charge your devices quickly.
Cost: $6,000 | Quantity: 1
PARK BENCHES
Provide an opportunity for a relaxing place to sit and enjoy the view.
Cost: $3,500 / bench | Quantity: 2
PICNIC TABLES
A place to rest and gather with family and friends.
Cost: $3,500 / table | Quantity: 2
TREES
Strengthen the distinctive character of the Athletic Field.
Cost: $1,000 / tree | Quantity: 8
Anderson Memorial Park CREATING MEMORIES...
ANDERSON MEMORIAL PARK is located on the corner of Main and Illinois Street. A gazebo, swing, benches and an ADA compliant picnic table allow citizens a place to rest, relax and reflect.
WATER FOUNTAIN
Enhance the beauty of Anderson Park with the soothing sounds of a water fountain.
Cost: $5,000 | Quantity: 1
PARK BENCHES
Provide an opportunity for a relaxing place to sit and enjoy the view.
Cost: $3,500 / bench | Quantity: 1
PLANTS / FLOWERS
Keep Anderson Memorial Park beautiful with a variety of plants and flowers.
Cost: $2,000 | Quantity: 1
CREATING MEMORIES...
Central Theater
Since 1996 the Park District has operated the CENTRAL THEATER located downtown Geneseo at 111 North State St. The theater seats 178 and shows new movies in Digital Cinema Projection with 7.1 Dolby surround sound at affordable hometown prices.
CARPETING
Help keep the Theater looking updated with new carpeting.
Cost: $15,000 | Quantity: 1
CREATING MEMORIES...
*Possible Edwards Park Plan
Edwards Park Property
J.F. Edwards Construction Company donated EDWARDS PARK PROPERTY to the Park District. This 37.8 acres of land is located north of Geneseo along route 82 and will be an excellent addition to the Park District amenities once developed.
EDWARDS PARK PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT
Development of Edwards Property using a feasibility study and community input to fulfill the needs of the community.
Cost: $7.5 million | Quantity: 1
Athletics CREATING MEMORIES...
Have a BALL…while you help young athletes better enjoy their experiences. The Geneseo Park District needs to continually replace the items that are kicked, thrown, hit and tossed around during the normal course of competition.
SPEED & AGILITY TRAINERS
Help young athletes increase their footwork and agility in game-line movement patterns. Agility trainers are great for all sports that require quick feet and fast action game settings.
Cost: $600 | Quantity: 1
TRACK ACCESSORIES
STARTING BLOCKS CART Cost: $500 | Quantity: 1
STARTING PISTOL Cost: $300 | Quantity: 1
STARTING BLOCKS Cost: $250 each | Quantity: 8
RELAY BATONS Cost: $20 each | Quantity: 10
VOLLEYBALL BASKET
Provide ample room for transportation and storage our volleyballs.
Cost: $250 | Quantity: 1
RACQUETS & PADDLES
RACQUETBALL Cost: $50 / racquet | Quantity: 4
PICKLEBALL Cost: $50 / paddle | Quantity: 24
GAME BALLS
PICKLEBALL Cost: $25 / sleeve | Quantity: 20
RACQUETBALL Cost: $10 / can | Quantity: 10
VOLLEYBALL Cost: $50 / ball | Quantity: 20
FOOTBALL Cost: $50 / ball | Quantity: 10
BASKETBALL Cost: $60 / ball | Quantity: 20
CONES
Flexible cones can be used for an assortment of outdoor and indoor activities, such as drills training at soccer, football, basketball, kids play, and much, much more.
LARGE Cost: $25 / pack | Quantity: 10
SMALL Cost: $10 / pack| Quantity: 20
WHISTLES
An essential item for any instructor, coach or referee.
Cost: $5 / whistle | Quantity: 50
Gymnastics CREATING MEMORIES...
The Park District offers gymnastics programs for children ages 3 and up. This program offers instruction for a wide variety of ages and levels from preschool tumbling all the way up to competitive USAG Developmental Program.
LANDING MAT
These mats are used in USAG Development program as well as for teaching aids for skill development during training and practice sessions.
Cost: $2,500 / mat | Quantity: 1
WEDGES
Used to teach aspiring gymnasts complete rolls, walkovers and handsprings safely.
Cost: $800 / wedge | Quantity: 3
FOLD UP MATS
Gymnasts use these for tumbling, training, and stretching. Very versatile and used by all levels of gymnasts.
Cost: $800 / mat | Quantity: 6
TRAINING OCTAGONS
Used to teach aspiring gymnasts complete rolls, walkovers and handsprings safely.
Cost: $800 / octagon| Quantity: 4
CLIMBING ROPE
Extremely popular training apparatus for strength, grip and arm coordination skills.
Cost: $500 | Quantity: 1
CHALK
Gymnasts use chalk to help absorb the sweat and gain a better, more reliable grip for the high bar and uneven bars.
Cost: $50 / box | Quantity: 10
CREATING MEMORIES...
Aquatics & Fitness
The Indoor Pool at The Center offers a variety of aquatics programs for all ages and abilities. From Swim Lessons to Water Fitness programs, find something for everyone in the pool.
MUSIC SYSTEM
Keep the beat going and provide the musical motivation that keeps the participants moving toward their fitness goals.
POOL Cost: $3,000 / system | Quantity: 1
FITNESS Cost: $3,000 / system | Quantity: 1
AQUA EXERCISE BIKES
These special aquatic bikes offer a variety of uses such as group exercise, personal & athletic training, physical therapy or just for fun!
Cost: $2,500 / bike | Quantity: 10
MICROPHONE
HEADSET
Make it easier to hear your fitness class instructor with a wireless microphone headset.
Cost: $500 | Quantity: 1
LIFEGUARD CAP PACKS
Required verification a Lifeguard receives each year upon completion of course or recertification.
Cost: $60 / pack | Quantity: 60
SWIM FINS
Swim Fins are perfect for recreational swimming or training! Swimmers can concentrate on proper kicking form and natural kicking cadence.
Cost: $30 / pair | Quantity: 20
EQUIPMENT
Fitness & Water Fitness equipment that increases resistance, endurance and range of motion are great additions to fitness classes.
POOL NOODLES Cost: $8 / noodle | Quantity: 30
BANDS Cost: $10 / band | Quantity: 60
BANDS [Water] Cost: $10 / band | Quantity: 60
BENDER BALLS Cost: $10 / ball | Quantity: 30
JUMP ROPES Cost: $10 / rope | Quantity: 30
YOGA MATS Cost: $20 / mat | Quantity: 15
CREATING MEMORIES...
General Programs
Thanks to the Foundation, the Park District is able to offer FREE annual events for the community such as Easter Egg Hunt, Turkey Trot & Santa at The Center just to name a few. The Park District also offers a Day Camp that has become a big hit with parents & kids!
FIRE PIT
Safely enjoy the fire pit experience at the Annual Community Camp Out.
Cost: $300 | Quantity: 1
ROLLER-SKATES
Children of all ages love to come to The Center on Saturday nights for Roller-skating during the winter. These skates will add to the existing supply and replace the ones that are close to retirement.
Cost: $200 / pair | Quantity: 30
ELF COSTUMES
All ages enjoy meeting Santa & his elves. While Santa wears his suit from Mrs. Claus, the elves need their wardrobe updated.
Cost: $100 / costume | Quantity: 3
ART SUPPLIES
From Crayons and paints to glues and glitter… our Campers & Preschoolers enjoy staying busy creating arts and science projects.
CAMP Cost: $100 / set | Quantity: 10
PRESCHOOL Cost: $100 / set | Quantity: 10
BOARD GAMES
Make sure you yell “SORRY” and know that you won’t get in “TROUBLE” when you sink your best friend’s “BATTLESHIP”. Games help Day Camp past the time on those rainy days that keep us inside.
Cost: $25 / game | Quantity: 15
BOOKS
Books help kids develop basic language skills and profoundly expand their vocabularies— much more than any other media.
PRESCHOOL Cost: $20 / book | Quantity: 20
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