About the Foundation

The Foundation

The Des Moines Water Works Park Foundation, formed in November 2013, is a non-profit organization whose goal is to improve the quality of life for Central Iowans by enhancing Water Works Park in Des Moines, Iowa.

The Foundation integrates education, conservation, recreation, and health by engaging park users and informing them of the importance of water quality throughout their adventure in Water Works Park.

Board Officers

President: Crystal Franke
Vice President: Tyler Strub
Secretary: Brad Sporrer
Treasurer: Ardis Kelley

Board Members

Mindy Alvarez
Andrea Boulton
Pat Bruner
Ken Converse
Beth Coonan
Angela Fagervik-Chia
Keshia Fields
Rich Green
Chris Lightfoot
Brock Konrad
Corey Morrison
Carissa Schmidt
Teri TeBockhorst

Foundation Staff

Executive Director: Chris Burch

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