www.NRPa.ORg * JaNuaRy 2012 * vOL. 47 * NO. 1 MAGAZiNE cOv E R s tO Ry 28 Park Foundations: New Challenges, New Models now more than ever, park and recreation agencies need the active support of strong foundations. Andrea Lynn sPEcIaL REPORt 33 2012 Parks and Recreation National Database Report the first annual compilation of key data from participating agencies across the united states offers a working overview of the functions, structures, and budgets of agencies of various sizes, types, and regions Contents Cover photo by t. S. walen | www.tswalen.com 2 Parks & Recreation J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 2 w w w . N R P A . O R G