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Every community, organization, or agency should have a vision and mission statement.
IPRA Vision “building a better Iowa
through parks and recreation”
IPRA Mission “to support the
advancement of park, recreation, and environmental conservation opportunities through education, resource tools, and advocacy”
Established in 1939, IPRA has enjoyed a rich history of promoting quality leisure services throughout Iowa.
Partnered with Iowa Amateur Softball Association since 1970’s. Both organizations had same staff.
Hired first full-time executive director, 2001.
Staff – 1 full-time / 1 half-time. Share same office space with IASA. Office located in Grinnell, Iowa.
Greater than 120 municipal park and recreation agencies
Community size 1,500 to 200,000 State affiliate of National Recreation and
Park Association with more than 18,000 professional and citizen advocates
Colleagues with 43 other state affiliates
Professional Individual – 250 Board & Commission - 225 Agency - 42 Commercial - 42 Advocate - 18 Student – 17 Retired – 17 Affiliates - 61
Monthly newsletter Free job posting Access to website Networking Awards and recognition Professional development Discount conference/workshop fees Membership directory/buyer’s guide Fellowship to attend national conference Revenue generation via consignment
tickets
SportsYouth spot shot basketballAdult volleyball tournaments
Special Events IPRA Day at Iowa State FairLeadership InstitutePool Operator SchoolsCommunity ForumsSpecific Half-day Workshops
REAP Alliance
Each year IPRA strives to offer three higher education scholarships
2011, we gave $2,250 to three deserving students
Working with Iowa Foundation for Parks and Recreation fellowship/scholarship is offered to attend
Fall Workshop and Spring Conference
Major shift due to retirement of baby-boomers within next 3-5 years.
2010 first year baby-boomer generation is retiring.
These individuals have a long rich history with his/her community (25 to 30 years).
Agency succession planning.
Younger generations are more likely to stay in a position for only 3 to 5 years.
Communication with younger generation is via text message and Facebook. Few are using email or even cellular phone calls. Work ethic in addition to expectations are also different for many young individuals
Steven Jordison, Executive [email protected]
Office: 1534 Penrose StreetGrinnell, Iowa 50112641-236-3917641-236-6779 (fax)
Web: www.iapra.org
