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Staff says philanthropic and corporate sponsorships could supplement CAC funding, but large grants not yet secured
Summary
Staff reported limited success so far attracting major grants or corporate sponsorships, but suggested foundations and a potential Brooklyn Park Foundation as avenues for targeted philanthropic or corporate support for project elements.
Brad Talbert told councilors the project team has explored grant and sponsorship opportunities but that "nothing of significance has kind of bubbled up just yet." He said smaller investments from foundations and corporate partners have supported programming in the past and that a city-affiliated foundation could be a useful vehicle for tax-advantaged philanthropic contributions.
Talbert named organizations that have previously invested in recreation work, including the Thielen Foundation and Best Buy, and said staff are open to discussions with the business community and philanthropic partners as the project becomes more real and specific.
