Wheaton Park District
Cause Area
- Arts & Culture
- Board Development
- Children & Youth
- Community
- Sports & Recreation
Location
102 E WESLEY STWHEATON, IL 60187 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
The Wheaton Park District was incorporated in 1921. Today, the mission statement of the Wheaton Park District is
"to enrich the quality of community life through a diversity of healthy leisure pursuits and heightened appreciation for
our natural world." Facilities and parks operated by the district in meeting the objectives of this mission statement include:
• Arrowhead Golf Club
• Clocktower Commons - Mini Golf and Skate Park
• Community Center
• Cosley Zoo
• Du Page County Historical Museum
• Lincoln Marsh Natural Area and Teams Course
• Memorial Leisure Center
• Northside Family Aquatic Center
• Parks Plus Fitness Center
• Rice Pool and Water Park
• 52 park sites, totaling more than 800 acres
• Safety City
Description
There are many special events, programs, and activities that volunteers can assist with throughout the Wheaton Park District. Throughout the year, through its offerings, the Wheaton Park District serves nearly one million people.
The Wheaton Park District is also heavily involved with the coordination of fundraising activities at Cosley Foundation and the DuPage County Historical Museum Foundation. Each foundation coordinates quarterly fundraiser events that rely on the assistance of many volunteers.
Please consider being a volunteer for one of our committees, special events, or programs and make a difference in the community!