Friends of Patterson Park

Name

Friends of Patterson Park

Legal name

Friends of Patterson Park

Website

https://pattersonpark.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Park Stewardship and Community Programming

NAICS

Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (71219)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Multi-Sport Complexes & Community Sports Parks (MPAKAEAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Community Sports & Recreation Festivals (Fun Runs, Local Games Days) (MPAGAEAN), Food, Drink & Culinary Community Festivals (Community-Led) (MPAGAEAF)

Keywords

• Park stewardship programs
• Community event programming
• Volunteer coordination services
• Nonprofit fundraising events
• Youth recreation programming

Headquarters

HQ city

Baltimore

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Membership: The organization relies on individual donations, membership fees, and recurring contributions from supporters to fund park stewardship programs, events, and maintenance activities.
2. Special Events Fundraising: Major annual fundraisers including Wine at Sunset (May) and BrewFest (November) generate significant revenue through ticket sales, sponsorships, and donations. The 2025 BrewFest sold out and raised over $25,000.
3. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate sponsors provide financial support at various tiers (Green Champion, presenting sponsor, media sponsor, event sponsor) in exchange for brand visibility at park events and programs.
4. Program Fees: Revenue from paid programming including the Mueveton + BabyFest 5K (with chip timing by Road and Trail Events) and other fitness/health events.
5. Grants: The organization receives grant funding from various sources including Maryland State Arts Council to support programming and park improvements.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Friends of Patterson Park is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit that organizes and delivers free and ticketed community programming, signature annual fundraising events, and volunteer-led stewardship activities for Patterson Park in Baltimore, in partnership with Baltimore City Recreation and Parks. Its core deliverables include major fundraisers (Wine at Sunset, BrewFest), free outdoor programming (Summer Concert Series, youth tennis/soccer), fitness events (Mueveton + BabyFest 5K, Earth Day 5K), cultural celebrations (Big Baltimore Kite Fest, Día del Niño, Winter Lights), and ongoing stewardship such as Spring Into Action volunteer days and the Commemorative Tree Program.

Product overview

Friends of Patterson Park is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization operating in partnership with Baltimore City Recreation and Parks (BCRP). The organization functions as a comprehensive park programming and stewardship nonprofit, offering three interconnected categories of services: (1) major annual fundraising events including Wine at Sunset, Brewfest, Summer Concert Series, Earth Day 5K, Big Baltimore Kite Fest, and Winter Lights; (2) free community programming including youth tennis (Tennis 101, Match Ready, Girls Rule the Court), youth soccer, Park After Dark Campout, and Mueveton + BabyFest 5K; and (3) park stewardship and volunteer programs including Spring Into Action days and the Commemorative Tree Program. The organization also operates the Cedar House as an event venue and maintains park landmarks. Revenue comes from membership (Park Patrons), corporate sponsorships (Corporate Friends), event admissions, donations, and grants.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Wine at Sunset Annual wine and spirits tasting fundraiser featuring small plates from local Baltimore restaurants and live music. Serves adult Baltimore residents and supporters as one of the organization's two major annual fundraising events.
• BrewFest Annual craft beer festival featuring local Baltimore breweries, food vendors, and craft vendors. Serves adult residents and craft beer enthusiasts as the organization's second major annual fundraiser.
• Summer Concert Series Free outdoor concert series held below the Patterson Park Observatory featuring live music performances throughout the summer months. Open to all Baltimore residents and visitors.
• Mueveton + BabyFest 5K Annual timed 5K run/walk and health and fitness expo held in partnership with Baltimore Medical Systems and Johns Hopkins Centro Sol. Serves Baltimore health-conscious residents and Latinx community members.
• Earth Day 5K, Fun Run & Kids' Dash Annual timed 5K race, one-mile fun run, and kids' dash held at the Patterson Park Observatory to raise funds for stewardship programs. Open to runners, families, and children.
• Big Baltimore Kite Fest Annual kite flying festival celebrating Baltimore's diverse cultures, featuring food vendors, art, crafts, and kite flying activities. Co-presented with Creative Alliance and open to all families.
• Winter Lights at the Observatory Annual holiday light display event at the Patterson Park Observatory featuring food and craft vendors, holiday characters, musical performers, and the observatory lighting ceremony. Open to all Baltimore families.
• Park After Dark Campout Annual overnight camping event in Patterson Park featuring s'mores, nature walks, trivia, and telescope viewing with support from UMBC Observatory. Open to Baltimore families and children.
• Youth Tennis Programs Free youth tennis programming including Tennis 101, Match Ready, and Girls Rule the Court programs. Serves Baltimore children and supported by USTA Mid-Atlantic and the USTA Foundation.
• Youth Soccer Free youth soccer programming for children in the Patterson Park community, supporting accessible youth recreation in Baltimore.
• Spring Into Action Volunteer Day Annual volunteer day combining all stewardship teams for Earth Week activities including tree planting, park cleanup, and garden maintenance. Open to Baltimore community volunteers.
• Cedar House Historic venue space within Patterson Park, featuring volunteer-maintained gardens, available for events and gatherings. Serves event hosts and community gatherings.
• Commemorative Tree Program Donor program allowing supporters to plant commemorative trees in Patterson Park as a lasting tribute. Serves memorial and tribute donors.
• Corporate Friends Program Corporate sponsorship program enabling Baltimore-area businesses to support the park and gain brand visibility through tiered partnership levels including Green Champion, presenting, media, and event sponsorships.
• Park Patrons Membership Annual membership program supporting the organization's work, with proceeds going toward free community programs, events, and stewardship activities. Open to individual supporters.
• Día del Niño Annual Día del Niño (Children's Day) celebration presented in partnership with PNC, Patterson Park Public Charter School, and Latinx community organizations, featuring games, arts, and cultural activities for families.

Quantifiable outcome

• Planted 19 trees during Spring Into Action 2025 volunteer day
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Partnerships

41 partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and minor.

• Johns Hopkins MedicinemajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 7 September 2025Lead sponsor for Mueveton + BabyFest 5K and Health and Fitness Expo. Supports youth health programming and community wellness initiatives.
• Baltimore City Recreation and Parks (BCRP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary governmental partner for park operations. The Friends work in partnership with BCRP to maintain and promote a positive park image, provide community input into park changes, increase fiscal and human resources for park programs, and develop events and programs. Together they produced the 2016 Master Plan for the park, adopted by Baltimore City.
• PNCcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor for Summer Concert Series and Día del Niño events. Provides financial support and brand visibility for major park programming.
• WYPR & WTMDcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMedia partners for the Summer Concert Series, providing broadcast promotion and listener engagement for concert programming.
• Baltimore Medical SystemsmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity health partner for Mueveton + BabyFest 5K, bringing healthcare focus and resources to the annual health and fitness expo.
• Johns Hopkins Centro SolmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for Mueveton + BabyFest 5K, bringing Latinx community health resources and programming to the annual event.
• Towson University Women's Tennis TeamminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic athletics partner hosting youth tennis play days and coaching clinics at Patterson Park tennis courts, connecting college athletes with local youth.
• USTA Mid-AtlanticmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTennis development partner supporting youth tennis programming, Citi DC Open Kids Day trips, and tennis play day events.
• Creative AlliancemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-presenter of Big Baltimore Kite Fest with Creative Alliance, combining arts programming with park events for cultural celebration.
• Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical CentermajorGTM or Marketing PartnerGreen Champion Sponsor for Earth Day 5K, supporting environmental stewardship and health-focused community events.
• Leftover LoveminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFun Run & Kids' Dash Sponsor for Earth Day 5K, also provides post-race food for events. Food rescue nonprofit partner.
• Breath of God Lutheran ChurchminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity faith partner that supports Park After Dark campout, Día del Niño, and other community events through volunteers and resources.
• UMBC ObservatoryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partner providing telescope and astronomy expertise for Park After Dark camping events.
• Window NationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBrewFest sponsor providing financial support for the annual craft beer fundraising event.
• GAFmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerVintage Sponsor for Wine at Sunset and Stage & Light Sponsor for Winter Lights, supporting multiple signature events.
• Mark Supik & CompanyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSupporting sponsor for Summer Concert Series.
• David Rosario State Farm InsuranceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor for Día del Niño and supporting sponsor for Summer Concert Series.
• Maryland State Arts CouncilmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerGovernment arts funding partner supporting Summer Concert Series and cultural programming through grant funding.
• Bob Katz LawminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor for Día del Niño celebration.
• Patterson Park Public Charter SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducation partner for Día del Niño and community programming.
• Comité Latino de BaltimoreminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLatinx community advocacy partner for Día del Niño and cultural programming.
• SaveMartminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrocery partner providing support for community events and Día del Niño.
• Mis RaícesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCultural partner for Día del Niño celebration.
• USTA Mid-Atlantic FoundationmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerFoundation partner supporting free youth tennis programming in Patterson Park.
• Somos Baltimore LatinominorGTM or Marketing PartnerSpanish-language media sponsor for Día del Niño and other community events.
• Road and Trail EventsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerRace timing and management partner for Mueveton + BabyFest 5K and Earth Day 5K events.
• The Exchange Club of SE BaltimoreminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWindow sponsor for Winter Lights event.
• Patterson Park Academy of MusicminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWindow sponsor and activity partner for Winter Lights event.
• AutaniminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFountain sponsor for Winter Lights event.
• Spa AdagiominorGTM or Marketing PartnerWindow sponsor for Winter Lights event.
• Bike Powered EventsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWindow sponsor for Winter Lights event.
• Snake Hill BaltimoreminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWindow sponsor for Winter Lights event.
• Checkerspot Brewing CompanyminorOthersParticipating brewery for BrewFest, providing craft beer for the event.
• Mobtown Brewing CompanyminorOthersParticipating brewery for BrewFest.
• Oliver Brewing CompanyminorOthersParticipating brewery for BrewFest.
• UNION Craft BrewingminorOthersParticipating brewery for BrewFest.
• Raven BeerminorOthersParticipating brewery for BrewFest.
• M8 BeerminorOthersParticipating brewery for BrewFest.
• Mystique Barrel Brewing and Lager HouseminorOthersParticipating brewery for BrewFest.
• Kahlert FoundationmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerFoundation supporter of Citi DC Open Kids Day trip and youth tennis programming.
• USTA FoundationmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerFoundation supporter of Citi DC Open Kids Day trip and youth tennis programming.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Prospect Park Alliance: Nonprofit that works with NYC Parks to operate, restore, and program Prospect Park in Brooklyn. Runs signature fundraisers, youth sports, and stewardship days in a public park, mirroring FOPP's revenue and programming model.
• Friends of the High Line: Nonprofit conservancy that funds, programs, and maintains the High Line park in New York City in partnership with NYC Parks. Closely analogous structure to FOPP: 501(c)(3) stewardship arm supplementing municipal park operations via events, members, and corporate sponsors.
• Central Park Conservancy: The flagship urban park stewardship nonprofit in the U.S., raising private funds and managing programming for Central Park in partnership with NYC Parks. Directly comparable to FOPP as a 'friends of the park' organization funding park improvements and community programming.
• Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy: Major nonprofit partner to the National Park Service in the San Francisco Bay Area, operating membership, events, volunteer programs, and youth engagement. A larger but structurally identical 'friends of the park' organization to FOPP.
• Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy: Mid-sized urban park conservancy that raises private funds and organizes volunteer stewardship, events, and youth programming in partnership with the City of Pittsburgh. Comparable scale and structure to FOPP for peer benchmarking on nonprofit park stewardship.

Broad incumbents

• City Parks Alliance: National membership organization advancing urban park funding, policy, and programming across U.S. cities. FOPP could be a member organization; useful peer for benchmarking sector trends, funding access, and policy risk.
• Trust for Public Land: National nonprofit focused on creating and protecting parks and green space across the U.S. Operates at a much larger scale than FOPP but addresses the same urban green space mission through grants, advocacy, and park-building partnerships.
• National Park Trust: National nonprofit dedicated to preserving and expanding U.S. parklands through land acquisition, youth programs, and stewardship. Comparable mission area to FOPP at a national scale.

Regional players

• Druid Hill Park Conservancy: Friends-of-park organization for Druid Hill Park, another flagship Baltimore park stewarded in partnership with BCRP. Most directly comparable local peer to FOPP given shared geography and municipal partner.
• Parks & People Foundation: Baltimore-based nonprofit focused on building and programming green spaces in underserved Baltimore neighborhoods. Closest geographic peer to FOPP with a comparable urban park and youth programming mission.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/FRPattersonPark
• Instagraminstagram.com/pattersonparkbmore
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/friends-of-patterson-park

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

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