Funded through a community-wide effort led by the Granville Community Foundation, the new shade structures at Wildwood Park now provide a cooler, more comfortable play space thanks to the generosity of local donors.

A Community Investment in Wildwood Park

A shared effort to strengthen our community

Wildwood Park has been thoughtfully enhanced—thanks to the strength and generosity of our community.

The Granville Community Foundation (GCF) successfully completed a $70,000 campaign to bring new sunshade structures to the playground, creating a cooler, more comfortable environment for children and families throughout the year. This project builds on the Granville Recreation District’s recent installation of a new safety surface, further improving the park’s accessibility and overall play experience.

The campaign was made possible by a generous lead gift from The Crane Family along with a matching gift from the Granville Kiwanis Club that helped inspire and accelerate community support.

Together, these contributions have created a lasting improvement to one of Granville’s most valued public spaces. We are grateful to all who helped make this project a reality.