F.O.P.A.R.

Friends of West Springfield's Park and Recreation

A Non-Profit 501(c)(3)

The Friends of West Springfield's Park & Recreation (F.O.P.A.R.) is a group of community volunteers dedicated to assisting the West Springfield Park & Recreation Department in the development, maintenance, and operation of the department's programs and facilities where needed, and to provide financial assistance for the development and upgrading of recreational programs, equipment, and facilities that will continue to make West Springfield a friendly, safe, and fun place to enjoy both active and passive recreational activities.

Contact Al Howard at (413) 896-7515
FOPAR c/o West Springfield Park & Recreation Dept.
26 Central Street - Suite 19
West Springfield, MA 01089

Board of Directors

CEO - Al Howard

Vice Chairman - Mike Patruski

CFO - Paul Mantoni

Secretary - Mike Towsley

Skills Manager: Bill Schlien

Landscape Architect: Tom Urban

A note from F.O.P.A.R: FOPAR continuously makes a difference in our community. But to keep up, we need you! Volunteers do not need to attend every project, but can pick those that fit their schedule. Even an hour or two is very helpful to us, and everyone is welcome. We can also use monetary donations to purchase supplies. Paint and painting supplies are our biggest need. Please consider getting involved, as FOPAR is a very important group to the wonderful community we have in West Springfield.

 

MEMORIAL BENCH AND LEGACY TREE PROGRAM:  The Memorial Bench and Legacy Tree Program allows families and local groups to honor a relative, friend, or member of an organization by placing a bench or a tree on town-owned land. This tribute provides a lasting remembrance and also assists in enhancing the grounds of West Springfield, in addition to becoming a valuable contribution to the community to be used and enjoyed by all. This gift can be used to remember a loved one, as a gift of gratitude, or to even commemorate a special event, such as a birthday or anniversary.

Memorial Bench and Legacy Tree Program Application Form(PDF, 378KB)