Mission and Board of Directors
The Friends of Williamston Parks is a volunteer community group working to enhance the quality of life of Williamston area residents by funding, planning and implementing local park improvement efforts.
Through recreation opportunities and encounters with nature, we believe Williamston area parks are vital to the community’s character, an asset to economic development and beneficial to people of all ages.
Our Mission
Enhance quality of life through park improvements in the Williamston area.
Our Board of Directors
At the heart of the Friends of Williamston Parks is the dedicated team of board members who bring diverse skills, perspectives, and passion to support and advance the organization’s mission.
Current Board:
President - Lina Chapman
Vice President - Heather Galecka
Treasurer - Sean Chapman
Secretary - Bryan Hamilton
At Large - Earl Wolf
At Large - Cindy Bennett
At Large - Carol Kotesky
Emeritus - Teri Nelson
“Friends of Williamston Parks is an incredible asset to this commuity. Their volunteer efforts to improve our parks are a fine example of the strong spirit and sense of community found in Williamston.”
Our History
Formed in 2015, the Friends of Williamston Parks (FOWP) began as a partnership between the Williamston Area Beautification Fund (WABF), Williamston Kiwanis, Williamston Rotary and the City of Williamston to plan, fund, and implement local park improvements.
FOWP is considered a part of WABF, which is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) designed to address the charitable needs of the Greater Williamston community, including the advancement of education, cultural and humanitarian interests; enhancement of the arts and humanities; beautification of grounds, parks and facilities; and environmental issue.