News and Updates
PFOHC Board Member Spotlight: Karisa Schwanekamp
Karisa Schwanekamp, one of our incredible board members, loves this quote. And it’s no surprise – she finds solace in the great outdoors and enjoys every minute she gets to spend taking in all that the parks have to offer.
“Some of my favorite park memories involve experiencing the sheer joy and wonder you feel in these outdoor spaces. There is something about being outdoors that just makes you feel more alive,” Karisa said.
Stepping Up to Support Parks and Trails in Hendricks County: The 2024 Summer Fun Run & Walk Series Sets New Records
The 2024 Summer Fun Run & Walk, presented by Hendricks Regional Health, brought our community together, turning a passion for the outdoors into a powerful force for our parks and trails. This year’s event shattered records, drawing nearly 680 participants and raising over $62,000 in support of the Parks Foundation of Hendricks County (PFOHC)!
PFOHC New Board Member Spotlight: Peter Friddle
The Parks Foundation of Hendricks County (PFOHC) welcomes a new addition to its board, Peter Friddle, Chief Operating Officer at Progressive Components (located in the Chicagoland area), who strongly believes in the positive impact that parks have on mental and physical health. When thinking about the holistic benefits of outdoor spaces, joining the PFOHC Board of Directors was an easy decision…
From Coast to Coast: Shannon’s 5k Challenge
Have you ever met someone doing a 5k in every state? Meet Shannon Sawyer from Lake City, Florida, and her three pups! Shannon’s journey began back in 2018 when she stopped in Virginia and found a 5k race near the place she was staying. The very next day, she participated in another 5k in Connecticut…
Nothing but Smiles and Miles: 2024 Summer Fun Run & Walk Series Kickoff!
We couldn’t have asked for a better day to kick off the 2024 Summer Fun Run & Walk Series presented by Hendricks Regional Health! Around 400 participants showed up to walk, run, and have a great time along the 2-mile route at W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park!..
PFOHC Welcomes Heather Thompson to its Board of Directors
The Parks Foundation of Hendricks County (PFOHC) is thrilled to introduce Heather Thompson as the newest addition to its Board of Directors! Her excitement for our community, coupled with a passion for parks and trails, makes her a fantastic asset to our team…
The Parks Foundation of Hendricks County Awards $45,000 in Grants to Parks
The Parks Foundation of Hendricks County (PFOHC) awarded $45,000 in grants to public parks from the Gary Emsweller Parks & Trails Fund. Gary Emsweller is a lifelong resident of Hendricks County and a founding Board Member of PFOHC. This fund was named in his honor the year Gary termed off the Board of Directors in 2022…
Meet PFOHC Board Member Harold Tinsley—Financial Advisor, Outdoorsman, and Community Connector
The Parks Foundation of Hendricks County (PFOHC) welcomes a new addition to its board, Harold Tinsley, a financial advisor at Edward Jones who is just as passionate about the outdoors as he is about community engagement…
Leading the Way for Brownsburg Parks – Meet Parks Director, Amber Lane
In the heart of Brownsburg, Indiana, lies a network of parks and trails that serve as the backdrop for community connection, outdoor recreation, and environmental stewardship. Leading the charge is the Brownsburg Parks Director Amber Lane, whose passion for parks…