Awards Program

The California Park & Recreation Society (CPRS) District 2 Awards Program recognizes excellence of those agencies and individuals that publicize, develop and manage programs, parks and facilities that align with the Parks Make Life Better brand message of:
- Building loyalty for parks and recreation services, heightening the profession's bargaining power and independence, stimulating growth, attracting talented people to the profession, involving the public and gaining greater resources and support.
- Raising awareness of the benefits of parks and recreation throughout California and raise the status of parks and recreation as an essential community service.
- Demonstrate the six main message concepts of: Gathering Places, Play, Nature, Exercise, Positive Spaces, & Forever (valued today & always).
Deadline to Apply: February 4, 2021
D2 AWARDS PROGRAM 20-21.pdfD2 AWARDS PROGRAM 20-21 APPLICATION PAGE.pdfSubmit Applications to: Mark Brunner, D2 Vice President
2020-2021 Award Recipients: TBD
J.R. Needy Professional Award
Facility Design & Park Planning Award
Agency Showcase Marketing Award - Digital & Print
Recreation & Community Program Award
Champion of the Community Award