Friends Network

HELPING TOGETHER WITH FRIENDS

Friends Network

Local cooperating associations, and Friend’s groups play a critical role in helping the Corps provide improved visitor services while strengthening local economies. These non-profit groups involve the community by providing financial support and hundreds of volunteer hours. That’s good for everyone, especially when the alternative may require closing parks and visitor centers due to shrinking budgets and lack of staff.

The Corps Foundation serves as a resource and partner for Friends groups associated with local Corps Lakes by helping to start, grow and improve their operations with coaching and assistance in obtaining funding.

There are over 60 Cooperating Associations, or Friends Groups directly benefiting individual Corps Lakes—maybe there’s one at your favorite lake!