It is with great excitement we invite you to participate in a very special event. Missouri Park and Recreation Association (MPRA) will be hosting our annual MPRA Conference and Expo at the Branson Convention Center in Branson, MO on February 18-21, 2025. The conference will feature a virtual auction that will allow our 2,000+ members, whether in-person or remote, to participate in our fundraiser right from their phone or computer from Monday, February 10 - Wednesday February 19.

MPRA is a not-for-profit organization that has been striving towards our mission for over 60+ years, and with your help, we can continue to do so for many more. For our annual auction, we rely on donated items to help raise funds to continue our mission of advocating the quality of life through effective use of parks and recreation opportunities, education, and resources. Whether it is providing a latch-key program for a child, a fitness class for a heart disease patient, an educational opportunity for a senior citizen, or a nature walk for a family, MPRA works day in and out to improve communities across the state. We would appreciate a donated item from you or your business to add to our auction catalog. Your contribution will be recognized at the annual conference, on the auction site, and as an added bonus to you, MPRA has a 501(c)3 public charity status, so your gift may be tax deductible.

To arrange pick up of donated items, please contact Ashley Luebbert at 417-732-3500 or aluebbert@republicmo.com.

Parks and recreation departments offer affordable fun for people of all ages. Please give this request some thought…after all, when it comes to parks and recreation, the benefits are endless!