The Friends of Green Spring, FROGS, was honored by the National Association of County Park and Recreation Officials (NACPRO) as an Outstanding Support Organization at NACPRO's annual awards banquet held June 9, 2019, in Castle Rock, CO. FROGS Treasurer Tatiana Lisle accepted the award on behalf of FROGS.
The NACPRO award is presented to "an organization that has responded in an exceptional manner by making a major contribution to benefit park and recreation programs or facilities," and FROGS is a 501(c)(3) membership organization that celebrated 25 years of service to the Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) in 2018. With more than 1,500 members, FROGS offers financial, operational, programmatic, facility and volunteer support. Its major projects include the Garden Gate Plant Shop, Harry Allen Winter Lecture Series, art shows, glasshouse renovations, gazebo renovations, Historic House renovations, the Wheels Appeals (providing staff utility vehicles), and ongoing funding for summer interns and seasonal staff. Since 1993, FROGS has donated more than $2 million to support the park.
FROGS Treasurer Tatiana Lisle (center) and FCPA Deputy Director Aimee Vosper (right) accept NACPRO award from Bill Maasen, NACPRO, in Castle Rock, CO June 9, 2019
"I am beyond thrilled for FROGS to receive such an honor and distinguished award. It reflects their passion, support and commitment to Green Spring Gardens and the Fairfax County Park Authority," said Green Spring Site Manager Nicole Mitchell Conners.
NACPRO is a non-profit professional organization that advances official policies that promote county and regional park and recreation issues while providing members with opportunities to network, exchange ideas and best practices, and enhance professional development.