Florence B. Wager Awards
The Parks and Recreation Foundation of Vancouver and Clark County
Funding Amount
Not stated
Deadline
Expected ~March
Based on past cycles
Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Current deadline
- March 16, 2027
- Tracked since
- April 2026
Deadlines typically fall in: March
From the program guidelines: “Nominations due March 16th annually”
Can we apply?
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Eligible organizations
- Volunteers, parks/recreation professionals, visionary leaders, and corporate/organizational partners within Clark County
Geography
- In Clark County
Overview
The Florence B. Wager Awards honor individuals and organizations whose contributions have had a lasting impact on parks, trails, and recreation in Clark County. Named after passionate community advocate Florence "Flossie" Wager, these awards celebrate those who exemplify her spirit of leadership, service, and commitment to enhancing public spaces for all.
Geographic Scope: Clark County, Washington
Award Categories
- The Leading Eagle – Recognizing a visionary leader whose initiatives have significantly shaped the future of parks, trails, and recreational programs.
- The V-Formation Flyer – Celebrating dedicated volunteers who go above and beyond to enhance the community's outdoor spaces.
- The Tributary – Honoring parks and recreation staff who demonstrate outstanding commitment and enthusiasm in their roles.
- The J. Scott Campbell – Acknowledging businesses or organizations that have demonstrated exceptional leadership in supporting parks, trails, and recreational programs.
Eligibility: Open to volunteers, parks/recreation professionals, visionary leaders, and corporate/organizational partners within Clark County.
Contact Information:
- Parks Foundation of Clark County
- 5727 Baker Way NW, #200, Gig Harbor, WA 98332
- Phone: 360-817-7920 or 1-877-460-5880
- Email: executivedirector@parksforclark.org
- Website: parksforclark.org
How to Apply
Application Process
Nomination Process:
- Nominations due March 16th annually
- Submit nomination for consideration in one of the four award categories
- Contact the Parks Foundation for nomination forms and submission instructions
Award Recognition:
- Recipients are typically recognized at the Parks Foundation's Annual Luncheon (held in May)
- Award categories recognize individuals and organizations making significant contributions to parks, trails, and recreation in Clark County
What The Parks and Recreation Foundation of Vancouver and Clark County actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2024
- Grants in 2024
- 1
- Total given
- $125K
- Median grant
- $125K
- By dollars: Washington 100%. Top recipient cities: Seattle, WA.
Example grants
City of Vancouver · Seattle, WA
Renaissance point and summer playground
$125K
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