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We want to hear from you – Take Our Survey!
The Friends of Alton, NH Parks and Recreation is excited to announce a community-driven effort to assess needs and improve play structures at Jones Field.
Our current playground is outdated and no longer meets the needs of our growing community. We envision a space where children of all abilities can play, families can connect, and our town can take pride.
To make this dream a reality, we need your input! Your feedback will help us shape a fundraising plan and prioritize features that matter most to Alton residents. This survey is short, but your voice will make a big impact.
Please take a moment to review these documents that support the survey: Executive Summary and Budget. Our goal is to raise funds privately (individuals, foundations, corporations, grants) with little to no impact on local taxes. All responses will remain confidential. Thanks for reading!
Winter Carnival 2/16 – See you there!
Friends of Alton, NH Parks and Recreation will be at the Winter Carnival in Alton Bay!
We’re excited to announce that we’ll have a booth at the upcoming Winter Carnival in Alton Bay on Sunday, February 16th!
Visit our booth to:
👉 Learn more about our ongoing projects and how we’re working to enhance our community spaces.
👉 Discover how you can get involved and support our mission.
👉 Join the fun with activities and surprises we have planned for visitors of all ages!
The Winter Carnival is a fantastic event featuring a variety of activities for the whole family to enjoy. Don’t miss the chance to celebrate the season with us!
📅 When: Sunday, February 16th from 10 – 2:00 pm
📍 Where: Alton Bay
🔗 For more details about the event, visit: Winter Carnival presented by the Alton Business Association on Facebook.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Press Release 12/2024 Laconia Daily Sun
ALTON – The Friends of Alton Parks and Recreation — a group seeking 501(c)(3) status dedicated to enhancing recreational opportunities and fostering community connections in Alton — recently released plans to bring a new, accessible playground to Jones Field. This initiative aims to upgrade the current playground to a modern, inclusive play space that serves the needs of children, families, and the entire community.
The group’s vision is to create a safe and welcoming area where children of all ages and abilities can play and families can come together. To ensure this project reflects the needs and priorities of Alton residents, the group is asking for input through a community survey, which will come out in January.
The primary goal is to fully fund the project without impact on local taxes through private donations, corporate sponsorships, fundraising, and grants.
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For more information, friendsofaltonnhparksrec.wordpress.com.
Press Release 12/2024 The Baysider
A New Playground for Alton at Jones Field: Your Input Matters
Alton, NH – The Friends of Alton, NH Parks and Recreation are proud to announce plans to bring a new, accessible playground to Jones Field. This initiative aims to upgrade the current playground to a modern, inclusive play space that serves the needs of children, families, and the entire community.
Our vision is to create a safe and welcoming area where children of all ages and abilities can play and families can come together. To ensure this project reflects the needs and priorities of Alton residents, we’re asking for your input through a community survey.
Share Your Thoughts
We want to hear from you! Coming in January 2025 we will have a survey asking for your input. The survey is brief but plays a critical role in shaping the future of Jones Field.
Funding the Project
The primary goal is to fund the project with little to no impact on local taxes through private donations, corporate sponsorships, fundraising, and grants. The Friends of Alton, NH Parks and Recreation are committed to a transparent and community-focused fundraising approach.
About Us
The Friends of Alton, NH Parks and Recreation is a volunteer organization dedicated to enhancing recreational opportunities for the Alton community. We are in the process of becoming a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, which will expand our ability to secure funding and make projects like this possible with little to no impact on local taxes. Sitting on the board for our volunteer organization we have Jill Houser, Sarah Goodrum, Carol Diveny, Joanna Fencer, and Kelly Sullivan.
Get Involved
- Coming in January 2025! Complete the community survey on our Facebook page or on our website at friendsofaltonnhparksrec.org. Other community locations, to be announced.
- Follow our progress and updates on Facebook @Friends of Alton, NH Parks & Rec or on our website @ friendsofaltonnhparksrec.org.
Contributions to this effort are appreciated to help move the project forward. Until the organization has received our 501(c)(3) designation as a charitable organization, contributions are not tax deductible.
This project is about more than building a playground—it’s about creating a space that strengthens community connections and serves as a source of pride for Alton.
For more information, contact us at FriendsofAltonNHParksRec@gmail.com or visit us on Facebook. Also be sure to checkout our website!
Thanks for reading!
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A New Playground for Alton at Jones Field: Your Input Matters
Alton, NH – The Friends of Alton, NH Parks and Recreation are proud to announce plans to bring a new, accessible playground to Jones Field. This initiative aims to upgrade the current playground to a modern, inclusive play space that serves the needs of children, families, and the entire community.
Our vision is to create a safe and welcoming area where children of all ages and abilities can play and families can come together. To ensure this project reflects the needs and priorities of Alton residents, we’re asking for your input through a community survey.
Share Your Thoughts
We want to hear from you! Coming in January 2025 we will have a survey asking for your input. The survey is brief but plays a critical role in shaping the future of Jones Field.
Funding the Project
The primary goal is to fund the project with little to no impact on local taxes through private donations, corporate sponsorships, fundraising, and grants. The Friends of Alton, NH Parks and Recreation are committed to a transparent and community-focused fundraising approach.
About Us
The Friends of Alton, NH Parks and Recreation is a volunteer organization dedicated to enhancing recreational opportunities for the Alton community. We are in the process of becoming a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, which will expand our ability to secure funding and make projects like this possible with little to no impact on local taxes. Sitting on the board for our volunteer organization we have Jill Houser, Sarah Goodrum, Carol Diveny, Joanna Fencer, and Kelly Sullivan.
Get Involved
- Coming in January 2025! Complete the community survey on our Facebook page or on our website at friendsofaltonnhparksrec.org. Other community locations, to be announced.
- Follow our progress and updates on Facebook @Friends of Alton, NH Parks & Rec or on our website @ friendsofaltonnhparksrec.org.
Contributions to this effort are appreciated to help move the project forward. Until the organization has received our 501(c)(3) designation as a charitable organization, contributions are not tax deductible.
This project is about more than building a playground—it’s about creating a space that strengthens community connections and serves as a source of pride for Alton.
For more information, contact us at FriendsofAltonNHParksRec@gmail.com or visit us on Facebook. Also be sure to checkout our website!
Thanks for reading!
Friends of Alton, NH Parks & Recreation 