Community Stories
Our blog highlights the moments, people, and places that make recreation meaningful in St. Johns County. From project updates and event recaps to resident stories and behind-the-scenes features, these stories celebrate the impact of our parks and the power of community.
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Honoring Dr. King Through Community Partnership
The St. Johns County Parks Foundation was proud to partner with the Hastings Rotary Club for the annual MLK Breakfast—an event rooted in service, reflection, and unity. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy: strengthening communities by bringing people together with purpose. Through collaboration, conversation, and community leadership, the breakfast served…
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Birdies for Charity — Partnering with THE PLAYERS Championship to Support Parks
We’re thrilled that the St. Johns County Parks Foundation was selected to participate in Birdies for Charity, the official fundraising platform of THE PLAYERS Championship. Birdies for Charity invites nonprofits in Northeast Florida to engage supporters by making a minimum contribution and guessing the number of birdies that will be made during the competitive rounds of THE PLAYERS Championship (March 10–15,…
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Nearly 100 Parks & Recreation Professionals. One Shared Mission.All Staff Meeting
When people think of parks and recreation, they picture beaches, playgrounds, programs, and fields. What they don’t always see is the coordination behind the scenes that keeps everything running. Recently, nearly 100 Parks and Recreation employees from across the department came together for an all-staff meeting—representing beaches, natural resources, programs, golf course facilities, maintenance, and…
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Your gift helps strengthen parks and recreation across St. Johns County. Every donation—big or small—creates more opportunities for families, youth, and communities to connect through recreation. -Marithza Ross, Executive Director
Explore Current Projects
See the initiatives we’re supporting across St. Johns County—from playground improvements to community events and year-round recreation programs. Your involvement helps bring these projects to life.