The Board and Governance

The National Recreation and Park Association is governed by a 15 to 30 member Board of Directors comprised of advocates and professionals who represent the diverse interest areas and disciplines within the parks and recreation industry. NRPA's Bylaws include details about our governance structure.

Do You Have a Question for the NRPA Board?

If you have a question for the NRPA Board of Directors, please feel free to submit your question.

Additional Resources

• Board of Directors Application Form
• Board of Directors Job Description
• 2023 Board Candidate Priority Profiles
• Top Questions to Consider for Prospective Board Members
• Board of Directors Overview
• Board of Directors and Leadership Bios
• Bylaws
• Committees
• 2023 Annual Report
• 2020 IRS Form 990 | 2019 IRS Form 990 | 2018 IRS Form 990 | 2017 IRS Form 990 | 2016 IRS Form 990

NRPA Strategic Plan

Every day, in communities across the country, the people of parks and recreation are making their communities better places to live, work and play. We are building a nation-wide movement of support for their critical work and want you to join us.

Learn more about the 2021-2023 Strategic Plan.