Who We Are

Woodmere Dog Park is a privately-funded and 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our dog park will be centrally located on Evansville’s beautiful State Hospital grounds.

Our Mission

To provide and sustain a premiere off leash dog park in the Southwest Indiana region, to enhance the quality of life and quality of place in this area.

Why a Dog Park?

Increases social connectivity, brings people “out and about”
- 40.5% of pet owners indicated that they become acquainted with other people through their pets.¹
Health and well-being benefits
- 76% of dog owners indicated that owning a dog encouraged them to walk more frequently.¹
Attractive quality of life amenity for the Evansville area
- Dog parks are the fastest growing segment of urban parks.²
- Nationally, almost 1 out of 2 households own a dog.³

Wood, L.J., et al., More than a furry companion: The ripple effect of companion animals on neighborhood interactions and sense of community
Trust for Public Land April 2015 Report
American Pet Products Association 2015-2016 (APPA)

Major Milestones Reached

Completed Research
Completed market analysis and facility research
Started Fundraising
Raised first $10K from the Evening on the River
Gathered Team
Established Board of Directors
Approved Status
Received approval of 501(c)(3) status by the IRS
Gained Permit
Finalized location with city approval of long-term land-use permit
Designed Park
Developed conceptual dog park design
Developed Strategy
Developed fundraising strategy

Let’s Build Our Dog Park!

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Board of Directors

Presidents Nancy Drake, President Ginger Happe, Vice President	Officers Heidi Lance, Treasurer Nancy Bennett, Secretary Jill Carpenter, Board Development Steve Schaefer, City of Evansville Liaison	At Large Rachel Athippozhy, Nancy Bennett, Adam Green, Lorie Van Hook, Mark Samila, Steve Schaefer, Matt Taylor, Amy Walker, Kirk Williams