Columbus, Ohio Apr 19, 2024 (Issuewire.com) - The Ohio State Parks Foundation (OSPF) is holding the third annual Vote for Your Favorite Ohio State Park fundraiser, starting on Earth Day, Monday, April 22.  Donations and votes will be tallied through Monday, April 29. Each winning state park will retain a portion of the funds donated, which will go toward park improvement projects and focus on the Ohio State Park Foundations mission which is to enhance, preserve, and protect the parks. 

Voters names will be entered into a random drawing with a chance to win an official Ohio State Parks Passport book or a 2-night RV rental with RV Wholesalers (blackout dates may apply). To enter, go to https://ohiostateparksfoundation.org/vote-for-your-favorite-ohio-state-parks/ starting April 22. Winners will be announced May 1. Last year, Lake White and Hocking Hills were voted as the top favorite state parks.

Additionally, voters who are members of OSPFs recently announced Heart of the Parks membership program will have their votes doubled. To learn more about the Heart of the Parks program, a program that rewards supporters for their commitment to the Ohio State Parks Foundation, go to - https://tinyurl.com/sphzcya7.

The donations from our annual Vote for your Favorite Park fundraiser play a big role in fulfilling our mission, said Governor Bob Taft (1999-2007), chair of the Ohio State Parks Foundation. We are proud of the contributions weve made to 17 of the 75 state parks and hope to expand our impact to include more locations this year. Show your support by voting with your heart and with your dollars! 

The Ohio State Parks Foundation is a nonprofit fundraising organization working with donors to fund projects at all 75 state parks. Recent projects have included mobility mats, inclusive playgrounds, accessible kayak launches, ADA picnic tables, pollinator paths, rescue equipment, storybook trails, and more. 

For questions, contact OSPF Executive Director Lisa Daris at 866-672-7533 or [email protected].

www.ohiostateparksfoundation.org