To influence policy and persuade Members of Congress to act, advocates must present compelling information about the immense value of parks and recreation to local communities. Use the resources below to learn about our issues and communicate effectively with elected officials.

Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)

• LWCF Overview
• LWCF State Sheets
• Sample OP-ED
• Sample Letter for Locally Elected Officials to contact Senators
• Sample Resolution for Local Governments

Urban Parks and Livable Communities

• Urban Parks Fact Sheet
• Urban Park Summit Summary Report and White Paper

Transportation

• Parks and Recreation: Essential Partners in Active Transportation
• Federal Transportation Funding Fact Sheet 
• Report: How Federal Transportation Funding Benefits Parks and Recreation

Children and Nature

• Children and Nature Fact Sheet
• Well - Rounded Education Fact Sheet

Health, Wellness, and Physical Activity

• Health, Wellness, and Physical Activity Fact Sheet

NRPA Official Comments and Written Testimony

• WrittenTestimony - House Interior Appropriations Subcommittee FY 14 
• Official Comments on the Sustainable Planning Grants
• Official Comments to the Task Force on Childhood Obesity

Other Resources

• Funding Opportunities for Parks and Recreation  
• Why Parks and Recreation are Essential Public Services
• NRPA Position Statement on Inclusion
• Park Advocate Handbook
• Advocacy Training Module