Surf & Swim Preview Raises $5,200 for Garland's S.T.A.R.S. Camp

In May 2026, the Garland Parks Foundation partnered with the City of Garland Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department to host an exclusive community preview of the spectacular new Surf & Swim at Holford Recreation Center before its official public opening.

The event gave hundreds of residents the opportunity to experience one of Garland's most exciting parks investments while supporting an important local cause. Through admission tickets, sponsorships, raffles, and generous community support, the event raised $5,200 for the City of Garland's S.T.A.R.S. (Specialized Therapeutic and Recreational Services) program.

The proceeds will help expand recreational opportunities for children and individuals with special needs, allowing more families to participate in life-changing programs offered through Garland Parks and Recreation.

Several months later, Foundation volunteers, City leaders, Parks Department staff, and participants gathered at Bradfield Recreation Center for a ceremonial check presentation celebrating the success of the fundraiser and the partnerships that made it possible.

The Garland Parks Foundation is grateful to everyone who attended, volunteered, donated, sponsored, or helped spread the word. Together, we demonstrated how community partnerships can strengthen Garland's parks while improving the lives of our neighbors.

This event perfectly reflects the Foundation's mission of supporting Garland's parks through community involvement, philanthropy, and stewardship.