A Thank You from President and Founder Beth Heile
Ten years ago, I believed we could do something big. Something bold.
Over time, you believed too.
We believed this community deserved more — more access to the outdoors, more ways to connect, move, and celebrate what makes Valdese special. And through it all, we kept going.
Together, we’ve created a brand-new park, brought in millions through donations and grants, revitalized existing parks, offered free programming for all ages, and given thousands of volunteer hours — all powered by volunteers, no staff, just heart.
But this has always been about more than parks and trails. You understand what these spaces mean — for our economy, our health, and our sense of belonging. That kind of belief builds a stronger, smarter, more vibrant community.
You’ve been there every step of the way — cheering us on, rolling up your sleeves, building trails, writing checks, and showing up again and again.
This celebration — the food, the music, the joy — is for you.
We believed. We did something amazing — together.
