Mission
To care for and improve New Hanover County’s parks. Through these improvements we enhance more than the county’s beauty, we improve the health, community and economic strength.
We’re advocates too- making sure that people know what is available to them and that their support is vital. How will we accomplish our goals? By establishing ways for people to give, get involved, and get into the parks!
Leadership
The Parks Conservancy’s 13- member Board supports county parks through fundraising, events, and outreach; manages gifts and endowments; fosters community partnerships; oversees volunteers and committees; promotes park heritage; and serves as ambassadors for parks and programs.
2025-2026 Members
Dana Lingenfelser, President
Mark Ihnat, Vice President
Sean Olds, Treasurer
Rex Burford
Lo DeWalt
Dave Ellegood
Wood Flynn
Monty Hobbs
Hillary Stevens
Susanne Werner
Walter Whaley
LeAnn Pierce, County Commissioner Representative
Jodi Rich, Parks and Gardens Director
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