Investing Today For A Better Tomorrow
The Department of Parks & Recreation is dedicated to two essential functions: providing Township residents with a diverse range of recreational, athletic, and special event programming and ensuring easy access to parks, greenspace, trails, and the Hempfield Township Athletic Complex.
Our department is committed to offering unique, inclusive, and community-focused recreation programming, events, and activities to our residents and the surrounding communities, fostering a sense of belonging and well-being.
A Commitment To Success
The conclusion of the 2015 Hempfield Park Master Plan secured over $1.8 million dollars in funding over 10 years. With the 2024 Comprehensive Plan and Hempfield Park Master Plan the Township looks to establish gift goals for the new “campaign.”
To reach our goals, the Township has secured grants while seeking additional funding to support these landmark projects.
This total secured funding includes funds from these sources:
Hempfield Park
PA DNCR: LWCF 42-01649:
Playground Restroom & Concession Stand • $377,178
Hempfield Municipal Complex Park
Richard King Mellon: Nature Play • $250,000
PA DCED: GTRP #C000088074: Phase 1 • $225,000
DCNR - LWCF: Phase 2 - $2,600,000.00
Hempfield Parks & Recreation Statistics
OVER 100 PROGRAMS annually reaching over 5,000 participants
OVER 40,000 HTAC VISITS every year
A VISION FOR GENERATIONS
SPECIAL EVENTS for residents
MAINTAIN OVER 143 ACRES of Parks and Greenspace
Hempfield Township Parks & Recreation
Currently Maintains:
Hempfield Park
• Pavilions, Sports Fields, Dog Park, Amphitheater, Pickleball, Tennis Courts, Inclusive Playground and Walking Trails
NEW Hempfield Municipal Complex Park
• Splash Pad, Nature Play, Fitness Area, Turf Field, Pickleball Courts and Sports Fields
Brooklane Parklet
Portion of the Five Star Trail
Hempfield Township Athletic Complex
• 3 Full Size Basketball Courts and Walking Track
Westmoreland Mall Storefront
As a potential donor, you can impact our community most positively and help the department serve our great community. As we begin this next journey, we need your support to help Hempfield grow and become a local destination for Parks and Recreation. Your commitment, big or small, is a transformational investment in Hempfield Township for every generation to enjoy!
In 2024, Hempfield Township completed a Township Comprehensive Plan and Hempfield Park Master Plan that laid a roadmap for the next 10 – 15 years for the Township and Department of Parks and Recreation. The community feedback identified the value of Recreation and prioritized the need for additional parks, facilities, and programs.
Hempfield Municipal Complex Park
Community Park
☼ 889 Weatherwood Lane, Greensburg, PA 15601 14-acre park, 42-acre site 2-Phase Project
In 2024 the Hempfield Township Board of Supervisors committed to developing a 42 acre site and which will include the 14 acre Weatherwood Community Park. The 14-acre Weatherwood Community Park (WCP) would be the second park owned and operated by Hempfield Township. Construction of the WCP would provide our 41,466 residents, along with the 14,976 residents of Greensburg, the 2,248 residents of South Greensburg, and the 2,145 residents of Southwest Greensburg a new recreational opportunity currently unavailable in central Westmoreland County.
The park will provide the community with an accessible, inclusive, and climate-friendly park with a thoughtful design for Phase I and Phase II project in years to come. Park Design Includes: Nature Play, Splash Pad, Fitness Area, Multi Use Building, Turf Field, Pickleball Courts, Basketball Courts and more.
Naming Partner Opportunities
- 6 available
Exclusive naming partner for one of the following signature features of the park, Fitness Area, Splash Pad, Nature Play, Multi-Use Building, Turf Field, or Pickleball Complex. Donor will be recognized on all signage, website, print recognition, and social media tags. Please contact the Department of Parks and Recreation for more details.
Weatherwood Park’s design includes contemporary amenities such as:
Yoga Deck Sponsorship - 1
available
5-year sponsorship for the yoga deck and small pavilion. Includes custom aluminum entrance sign upon entry and listing on our Township website. Donor will be given the opportunity to attend major community events at the space.
Camp Area Sponsorship -
1 available
5-year sponsorship for the camp area. Includes custom aluminum entrance sign upon entry and listing on our Township website.
Pavilion Sponsorships - 2
available
Exclusive naming partner for the newly constructed pavilions. Donor will be recognized on all pavilion signage, and all marketing and rental forms. Sponsorship also includes website and print recognition.
Recognition Length: 5 years
Giving Commitment: $5,000
Recognition Length: 5 years
Recognition Length: 15 years
Pickleball Court Sponsorships - 8
available
5-year sponsorship for one of the pickleball courts. Includes custom aluminum entrance sign upon entry and listing on our Township website.
Giving Commitment: $5,000
Recognition Length: 5 years
Hempfield Park
220 Forbes Trail Rd, Greensburg, PA 15601
Hempfield Park is a 93.41 acre single parcel, entered by Hempfield Township into the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) program. This means the land must be maintained as parkland in perpetuity, and is eligible to receive federal funding. In 2017 and 2019, the park received LWCF funds for projects as a part of Rehabilitation. The park is divided in two by a stream, a tributary that feeds Brush Creek to the west. Each side of the park has a distinct character, and is referred to by staff as either the “HTAC Side” or “Park Side.” Each side, although in close proximity to one another, has its own main entrance and parking lot.
Phase 01
$738,000.00
This project received a Community Conservation Partnership Program grant from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources in 2022. It includes replacing the asphalt path with ADA-compliant concrete walkways, adding a dance floor and seating area at the amphitheater, and improving restroom access with a Comfort Station near the playground. To address community feedback, the plan recommends adding shade trees at the amphitheater and shade structures at the playground. Drainage improvements behind Pavilion D are also proposed to prevent ponding, protect pavement, and enhance kitchen usability.
Comfort Station and Concession Building serving the Amphitheater and Playground
Phase 02
$2,630,000.00
Concrete Dance Floor providing an accessible route from Pavilion D to the Playground
Restore the Amphitheater Lawn
Playground Shade Structure and Shade Trees
Repair stormwater drainage behind Pavilion D Concessions
Pickleball was the second-most-requested facility in Hempfield Park, especially popular with seniors. The proposed complex will include dedicated pickleball courts and tennis courts with pickleball overlays for flexibility. The tennis courts will be relocated, and a comfort station and shelter will be added. New utilities will be needed due to the site’s lack of services and distance from restrooms. The courts are placed near undeveloped woodland to minimize noise near Park Side.
Eight fenced, color coated pickleball courts with waiting area
New utility services and stormwater infrastructure
Two fenced, color coated tennis courts overlaid with pickleball lines
Phase 03
$1,052,000.00
Comfort Station and Shelter building
Parking with ADA spaces and walkways, +/- 55 stalls, and shade trees
Park Side offers a peaceful, wooded space for all ages to enjoy nature. Following the 2023 Westmoreland County Conservation District stream restoration, it adds outdoor learning areas, including a classroom and pavilion with storage. A native garden across the creek will support plant programs and feature play areas like willow huts. A hillside trail, requested by the public, will connect to a meadow and highlight native trees. Wildlife habitat features, such as bat houses, will be installed with opportunities for community involvement.
Split by Tributary
93 Acre
Pavilion with storage for nature programming supplies
Outdoor classroom for nature education programs
Hillside nature trail with interactive interpretive exhibits along trail
Creative activities with natural materials Native planting garden
Sustainable Systems
Plant more trees in outdoor recreation areas. Design and construct ecologically sensitive and resilient infrastructure to accommodate increased stormwater flows and changing water levels.
Recreation For All
Enhance recreational amenities to fit the needs and expectations of under-served people.
Naming Partner Opportunities -
10 available
Exclusive naming partner for one of the following signature features of the park, Pavilions, Inclusive Playground Comfort Station, Amphitheater Dance Floor, Dog Park or Multipurpose Field. Donor will be recognized on all Signage including on our website, print recognition, and social media tags.
Upper Field Complex Playground - 1
available
Exclusive naming partner for a new inclusive playground at the Upper Field Complex. The area is designed for children to enjoy while family’s picnic, watch a ball game or while enjoying a day at the park. Sponsorships also includes custom signage at the playground, and website recognition. Recognition
Shade
Structures
- 8+ available
Exclusive sponsorship for the life of one station. Donor receives a permanently mounted, aluminum plaque featuring your message or logo on the fountain.
Dog Run Sponsorships -
4 available
5-year sponsorship for one of the four enclosed dog runs. Includes a custom aluminum entrance sign upon entry to the dog run, and listing on our Township website.
Giving Commitment: $40,000, or $10,000 annually over 4 years
Length: 10 Years
Giving Commitment: $5,000 total Recognition Length: 5 Years
Water Fountains, Bottle Fillers, & Pet Pick Up Stations -
Exclusive sponsorship for the life of one station. Donor receives a permanently mounted, aluminum plaque featuring your message or logo on the fountain.
Picnic Tables -
10+ available
Exclusive sponsorship for the life of one table. Donor receives a permanently mounted, aluminum plaque featuring your message or logo on the table.
10+ available
Giving Commitment: $1,000 total
Length: 10 Years
Giving Commitment: $2,500 total Recognition Length: 10 Years
Athletic Complex
☼ Located at Hempfield Park
1/10th-Mile Indoor Walking Track
The Hempfield Township Athletic Complex (HTAC) is a valuable asset for Hempfield Township residents, and a type of facility that is not commonly available as a public facility (but is often desired) in municipalities in the Pittsburgh metro area. The value of indoor recreation cannot be overstated, as it makes activities available to populations that may be sensitive to outdoor conditions and extends the season for athletics.
The HTAC provides three multipurpose courts serving basketball, soccer, pickleball, badminton, and volleyball. A 1/10 mile indoor walking track and rental opportunities ensure the facility is fully utilized. Restrooms, concessions, and offices are provided in the lobby area.
�� Three Multipurpose Courts
Hempfield Township Athletic Complex Expansion And Entrance
Architectural addition with indoor recreation space
Traffic calming and pedestrian safety improvements to parking lot
Rain garden and stormwater improvements to parking lot
ADA bleachers, paths, and building entrance
Shade Trees
In 2024, the Hempfield Township Supervisors invested in renovating and upgrading the Hempfield Township Athletic Complex to meet the community’s ever-demanding needs. The upgrades included installing HVAC and LED lighting and evolving the concession stand to meet a more vibrant community.
Source: Hempfield Master Plan
Indoor Scoreboard Sponsor - 3 available
Exclusive scoreboard sponsor on one court. Includes a custom 8’ x 6’ sponsor sign on the bottom of the scoreboard.
Basketball Backboard Sponsor - 6 available
Exclusive backboard sponsor on one hoop. Includes a custom sticker on the bottom of the backboard.
Bleacher Sponsor - 6 available
The donor received a custom corrugated plastic sign on the back and one side of the bleacher.
Player Bench Sponsor - 6 available
The donor received a custom corrugated plastic sign on the back and one side of the bleacher.
Pickleball Net Sponsor - 6 available
The donor receives a custom acknowledgment card on the net.
Volleyball Sponsor - 3 available
The donor receives a custom acknowledgment card on padding.
Giving Commitment: $10,000, or $2,000 annually over 5 years
Recognition Length: 5 Years
Giving Commitment: $5,000, or $1,000 annually over 5 years
Recognition Length: 5 Years
Giving Commitment: $800 initial donation, $300 annual renewal Recognition Length: 1 Year
Giving Commitment: $500 initial donation, $200 annual renewal
Recognition Length: 1 Year
Giving Commitment: $500
Recognition Length: Life of Product
Giving Commitment: $3,000
Recognition Length: Life of Product
Brooklane Parklet, Westmoreland Mall, Woodward Walking Track & More
Brooklane Parklet: Located at 800 Bridge Avenue in east Hempfield Township this beloved neighborhood park offers a special place for all to enjoy including a basketball court, playground and swings!
NEW Playground & Swing Set - 1 available
Exclusive naming partner for a new inclusive playground at the Upper Field Complex. The area is designed for children and families to enjoy. Sponsorships also includes custom signage at the playground, and website recognition.
Basketball Court Sponsorship - 1 available
5-year sponsorship for the outdoor court. Includes a custom aluminum entrance sign upon entry to the dog run, and listing on our Township website.
Basketball Backboard Sponsor -2 available
Exclusive backboard sponsor on one hoop. Includes a custom sticker on the bottom of the backboard.
Player Bench Sponsor -2 available
The donor received a custom corrugated plastic sign on the back and one side of the bleacher.
All Facility Improvement Donors
Outdoor Scoreboard
Sponsor 3 available
Exclusive scoreboard sponsor of the newly named Turf field or two existing baseball fields at Hempfield Park. Includes a custom 29.5” x 20” sponsor sign on the bottom of the scoreboard.
Giving Commitment:
$30,000, or $5,000 annually over 6 years
Recognition Length: 15 years
Fencing
& Netting
10+ available
Exclusive sponsorship for the life of one fence segment. Donor receives a permanently mounted, aluminum plaque featuring your message or logo on the fence post.
Giving Commitment: $2,500
Recognition Length: 5 years
Sports Lighting
4 available
Giving Commitment: $50,000, or $5,000 annually over 10 years
Recognition Length: Permanent
Giving Commitment: $5,000
Recognition Length: 5 years
Giving Commitment: $500 total, $200 annual renewal
Recognition Length: 1 year
Giving Commitment: $500 total, $200 annual renewal
Recognition Length: 1 year
Donor receives a mounted flag on the light poles featuring your logo.
Giving Commitment: $50,000
Recognition Length: 10 years
Bleacher Sponsor
6 available
The donor received a custom corrugated plastic sign on the back and one side of the bleacher.
Giving Commitment: $500.00 initial donation, $200.00 annual renewal
Recognition Length: 1 year
Naming Partner Opportunities - 2 available
If you have considerations for future development or acquisition of land for future preservation, please reach out to the Department of Parks and Recreation.
Westmoreland Mall: Hempfield Township Parks and Recreation is excited to announce the opening of a new space in the Westmoreland Mall for recreational activities and programs! Located on the first floor outside of Macy’s Department Store, the space has been renovated to meet the needs of the community and programs. The space is the home of Miss Connie’s Preschool programs, Active Adult Wednesdays, enrichment classes and more!
Exclusive naming partner for one of the one of the play spaces at the Westmoreland Mall Hempfield Parks and Recreation Space. Donor will be recognized on all Signage including on our website, print recognition, and social media tags.
Technology Sponsor - 4 available
Recognition Length: 1 year
Donor will receive a custom plaque under neither the TV and technology used within the space.
Woodward Walking Track: Located at 1132 Woodward Drive, the Woodward Walking Track is a great place to get excersise for you or your furry friends.
Pet Pick Up Stations - 10+ available
Exclusive sponsorship for the life of one station. Donor receives a permanently mounted, aluminum plaque featuring your message or logo on the fountain.
Legacy Giving Opportunities
Trees - 20+ available
Legacy trees are available to donors seeking to support the park, or honor someone’s legacy. Each donor receives a 5” x 8” cast aluminum plaque mounted on a 24” aluminum stake at their choice of Hempfield Township owned park.
Giving Commitment: $500
Recognition Length: in perpetuity
Trash Receptacles - 20+ available
Each donor receives a 5” x 8” cast aluminum plaque mounted on a 24” aluminum stake at their choice of Hempfield Township owned park.
Giving Commitment: $500
Recognition Length: in perpetuity
Giving Commitment: $1,000
Recognition Length: 10 years
Benches - 20+ available
Legacy benches are available to donors seeking to support the park, or honor someone’s legacy. Each sponsor will receive a permanently mounted bronze plaque with their message or logo at their choice of Hempfield Township owned park.
Giving Commitment: $1,300
Recognition Length: in perpetuity
