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VPD Receives Step Into Swim Grant

We’re thrilled to share that Veterans Park District has been awarded the Step into Swim Grant for the second consecutive year! This grant will cover the costs for our Summer Campers to participate in swim lessons completely free of charge. Step Into Swim is a...

Garden Vegetable Bed Available for Rental

Organic garden vegetable beds will be available on a first come first serve basis. 4’ x 8’ garden bed will be rented out to residents, civic organizations and schools. There is a limited quantity. All gardeners are required to complete an application/contract. Our...

Bataan Park Gardens Grant Approved

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources ( IDNR) recently notified the Veterans Park District that the application for an Illinois Park District Habitat Improvement Grant for $1950 was approved. The program provides grants to park districts to purchase native...

Grant for Beautification and Renovation of Gouin Park

Veterans Park District is excited to announce the recent grant award from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources/Open Space and Land Acquisition Grant. The funding will provide beautification and renovation of Gouin Park located in Franklin Park, Illinois. The...