DECATUR PARKS FOUNDATION
Mission Statement
The Decatur Parks Foundation has been supporting and fostering partnerships for the advancement of the Decatur Park District for over 40 years. By encouraging the financial support of businesses and individuals, the Decatur Parks Foundation enhances the Decatur Park District’s facilities, parks, and programs, which spur economic development and improve our quality of life. The Foundation board is composed of dedicated individuals who are deeply committed to the mission and values of the Decatur Park District. The primary purpose of the Decatur Parks Foundation is to raise funds to support the District’s operations and projects. Established in 1924 and covering over 46 square miles, the District has been a cornerstone of Decatur, recognized as a leader in fostering a sustainable environment for future generations. The Decatur Park System plays a vital role in making Decatur a livable and competitive community. It offers extensive recreational opportunities that contribute to economic growth, support employee recruitment and retention, and promote healthier lifestyles among residents. The Park District is integral to what makes Decatur a vibrant place to live, work, and play.
Financial Overview — FY 2025
Compared with Peers
FY 2025| Ratio | This org | Peer median | Position (P10 → P90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Program expense ratio
Program expenses / total expenses
· higher is better
|
91.5% | 95.2% |
P10P90
|
Below median |
|
Admin expense ratio
Management and general / total expenses
· lower is better
|
7.4% | 3.4% |
P10P90
|
Below median |
|
Fundraising expense ratio
Fundraising expenses / total expenses
· lower is better
|
1.1% | 0.0% |
P10P90
|
Bottom quarter |
|
Operating reserve
Months of expenses covered by net assets
· higher is better
|
52.2 mo | 6.3 mo |
P10P90
|
Top quarter |
|
Liabilities to assets
Total liabilities / total assets
· lower is better
|
1.2% | 0.0% |
P10P90
|
Below median |
|
Revenue concentration
Share of revenue from the largest source
· lower is better
|
91.2% | 89.4% |
P10P90
|
Below median |
|
Revenue growth
Year over year revenue growth
|
0.9% | 6.1% |
P10P90
|
|
|
Expense growth
Year over year expense growth
|
114.9% | 7.6% |
P10P90
|
|
|
Surplus margin
Surplus as a share of revenue
|
36.4% | 2.8% |
P10P90
|
Financial History
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net Assets | Program % | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $860K | $547K | $2.4M | 91.5% | 0 |
| 2024 | $853K | $254K | $2.1M | 90.1% | 0 |
| 2023 | $553K | $477K | $1.5M | 90.9% | 0 |
| 2022 | $314K | $317K | N/A | — | 0 |
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