Forever Balboa Park

 Visiting Balboa Park this Weekend? 🌳 We’re excited to announce the installation of our new pedestrian orientation signs with brand-new park-wide maps! These updates make it easier than ever to navigate and enjoy all that our beautiful park has to offer. 🗺 Your support is crucial in enhancing the park, and we're in the final days of our Sprouting Success Spring Campaign. Don’t miss your chance to make a lasting impact on this cherished community space. 📈 Show your support and be a part of our growth! 💚   4-bp.org/NCD2024 Thank you for helping us continue to bloom! #BalboaPark #CommunitySupport #SproutingSuccess #ParkEnhancements

🌵✨ We are thrilled to extend our heartfelt thanks to our esteemed donor and advocate, Bill Beckman, for his generous contribution of over 400 succulent plants from his personal collection! 🌱 These beautiful additions have found a new home in the Kate O. Sessions Cactus Garden, where they were meticulously transplanted by our dedicated Forever Balboa Park staff and Garden Stewards. We are also immensely grateful to Joseph Fisch and Joyce Axelrod for their unwavering support of our volunteers, and to Hunter Industries for providing the innovative irrigation system that keeps our garden thriving. 💧 Our community's support helps us grow and sustain our mission of service. As our Spring Campaign concludes in three days, we invite you to help us continue blooming. Your donations make a significant impact on our efforts. Please consider supporting us at 4-bp.org/sprouting2024. Together, we can cultivate a brighter future for Balboa Park! 💚 #ForeverBalboaPark #KateOSessionsGarden #CommunitySupport #SpringCampaign #DonateNow #GardeningLove #VolunteerAppreciation #IrrigationInnovation

Zable Foundation Continues Its Park Commitment 💚 We are thrilled to announce that the Walter J. & Betty C. Zable Foundation has generously awarded Forever Balboa Park a $25,000 grant. Since 2017, the Zable Foundation has consistently supported our mission, providing annual funding that allows us to grow and enhance our environmental and volunteer initiatives. Operating support grants like this offer us the flexibility to develop, implement, and expand our programs, making a significant impact on Balboa Park. This continued support helps us advance our mission to improve Balboa Park, ensuring that both people and nature thrive together. Thank you, Zable Foundation, for your unwavering commitment to our park and community. 🌿✨ #ForeverBalboaPark #CommunitySupport #ThankYou

Stay tuned as we prepare to unveil this revitalized gem, inviting you to experience the beauty and tranquility of our enhanced gardens. Join us in celebrating this milestone in our commitment to preserving and sharing San Diego's cultural and natural heritage. https://lnkd.in/ggrGVh3C Help us sprout success: 4-bp.org/sprouting2024 #ForeverBalboaPark #BotanicalBuilding #SanDiegoGardens #CommunityHeritage

🌿 Lead the Future of Forever Balboa Park as CEO 🌿 Join Forever Balboa Park in our quest to preserve and enrich San Diego's natural gem! Partnering with Blair Search Partners, we're seeking a visionary President & CEO to champion our mission. Nestled across 1,200 acres of lush landscapes and home to 20 gardens and 60 miles of scenic trails, Balboa Park is not just a historic landmark—it's a sanctuary for arts, culture, and community. As stewards of this natural treasure, Forever Balboa Park collaborates with the City of San Diego and local organizations to ensure sustainability through innovative fundraising, eco-friendly infrastructure projects, and engaging public programs. Managing a $7M budget, the CEO will spearhead strategic initiatives that enhance park facilities, expand educational offerings, and promote environmental stewardship. With a transformative capital campaign underway to revitalize the iconic Botanical Building, this leadership role offers a unique opportunity to shape the park's future. Ready to make a meaningful impact in conservation and community enrichment? Apply now and be part of our journey: https://bit.ly/4ekPwWp #GreenLeadership #NatureConservation #SanDiegoJobs

We are pleased to introduce Briana T., Forever Balboa Park’s new Marketing & Communications Specialist. 💬 Briana brings a wealth of experience in strategic communications and marketing, having previously served as a Strategic Communications Officer II at SANDAG. 🚉 Prior to that, she worked at Dudek, an environmental consulting firm, where she spearheaded their social responsibility plan. 🌳 Passionate about ecological stewardship, Briana applies her positive attitude and skills to connecting people and communities to impactful projects. Be sure to say hello next time you see her strolling through the park, snapping photos of our initiatives and engaging park volunteers and visitors. 👋

🎠✨ Dive into the Historical Charm of Balboa Park's Carousel! ✨🎠 Join us in celebrating National Carousel Day and experience the magic of one of the world’s last 14 functioning wooden carousels. This iconic treasure has been enchanting visitors for generations, and we at Forever Balboa Park are dedicated to its preservation and restoration. Your support can help us continue this vital work. Consider making a donation and be part of our journey to maintain this historic gem for future generations. Together, we can keep the carousel's charm spinning for years to come. 🔗 4-bp.org/sprouting2024 #NationalCarouselDay #ForeverBalboaPark #HistoricPreservation #BalboaPark #CommunitySupport #SanDiegoHistory #DonateNow

🌟 Celebrating Connie Matsui: Women of Dedication Award 🌟 We are thrilled to announce that our Past Immediate Chair, Park Improvement Committee, and sPARK Awards Planning Committee member, Connie Matsui, has received the Salvation Army's Women of Dedication award! 🏅 Connie's exceptional leadership and dedication to Balboa Park have driven numerous improvements and community initiatives. Her contributions are invaluable and deeply appreciated. Join us in celebrating Connie's incredible achievement! 🎉👏 Read more about Connie's impact and her dedication to our community in our latest blog post. #BalboaPark #WomenOfDedication #CommunityLeadership #sPARKAwards #ForeverBalboaPark

🚴♂️🌳 Celebrating World Bicycle Day at Balboa Park! 🌳🚴♀️ Cycling through Balboa Park is not only enjoyable but also eco-friendly. Often referred to as the "lungs of the city," our park provides essential shade, cools the air, and captures carbon, making it a vital urban oasis. 🌿💨 As part of our Spring Giving Campaign, your donations will be matched up to $25,000, doubling your impact. Your support helps us maintain the urban forest and ensures Balboa Park remains a vibrant, healthy space for everyone. Donate today: https://lnkd.in/g78muNqg We are also seeking professionals to join us in furthering our mission. Your expertise and input as community stakeholders are invaluable to our ongoing efforts. Join us in promoting a healthier lifestyle and a greener environment. Ride, enjoy, and consider donating to support the future of Balboa Park. #WorldBicycleDay #BalboaPark #UrbanForest #Sustainability #LungsOfTheCity #SpringGivingCampaign

On Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸 Balboa Park has a rich history of supporting our armed forces and continues to be a place of peace and reflection for service members and their families. Last month, we were privileged to host the Single Marine Group from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and a group from Navy Hospital San Diego. These dedicated individuals are not only protectors of our nation but also some of our best volunteers. Their contributions help keep Balboa Park beautiful and thriving. Thank you to all our military service members for your service and commitment. We are proud to be a haven for you and the rest of our community. 🌿 📍 Featured: The Veterans Museum at Balboa Park, a place of remembrance and honor for our service members. #MemorialDay #BalboaPark #HonorAndRemember #MilitaryVolunteers #CommunitySupport #SanDiego #ForeverBalboaPark