Above & Beyond
We aim to make Tarrytown a better place to live for all residents by creating and improving public facilities, arts programming, and community engagement that goes above & beyond Tarrytown’s annual budget.
OUR MISSION
The Friends of Tarrytown Parks & Recreation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit run by Tarrytown residents whose goal is to support arts and recreational programs, celebrate our village’s rich cultural heritage, and foster a healthy, thriving community.
What We Do
The Friends of Tarrytown Parks & Recreation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit run by Tarrytown residents whose goal is to support arts and recreational programs, celebrate our village’s rich cultural heritage, and foster a healthy, thriving community.
Improve Facilities & Parks
Park benches, fields, trails, playgrounds, and structures need more attention than the Village can reasonably afford. The Friends will identify key projects that make our gorgeous parks and public spaces better for everyone.
Fund the Arts & Scholarships
We will fund, facilitate, and promote arts initiatives that celebrate Tarrytown’s rich diversity, culture, and history. We will also create scholarship opportunities for Tarrytown students who exemplify our Village’s high water mark for academic, artistic, and cultural achievements.
Support for Events & Initiatives
From tentpole events like the Halloween Parade to community gatherings like Mother’s Day Brunch and art crawls, the Friends will support existing activities with funding, operations, and marketing.
HOW TO HELP
Volunteer
If you are interested in volunteering to enhance Tarrytown’s recreational opportunities, please click below.
DONATE
As a non-profit, our efforts are funded entirely by grants and donations. Please help us improve the quality of life for our community.
JOIN THE LIST
Join our list to stay informed of local events, community engagement, civic opportunities, and new initiatives and partnerships.
Proposed Initiatives
Bench Repairs and Replacements
We aim to keep our park amenities accessible to all Tarrytown residents by ensuring that they are in good condition. Benches in several of our parks need repairs not covered by the Village budget.
Athletic Field Upgrades
Our local athletes deserve facilities that match their hard work. We will invest in our ballfields and other local sports complexes to ensure every athlete gets the best experience.
Patriots Park Pavilion
Our “north-star” project is to build a permanent pavilion in Patriots Park that can be used as a performance stage for arts programming, concerts, and holiday celebrations, as well as a year-round pavilion for community and family occasions.
Want to learn more? Check out our FAQs. If you’d like to suggest an initiative for the Friends to tackle click below to contact us.