Meet the Friends
Friends of Alafia is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and is the official CSO (Citizen Support Organization) for Alafia River State Park. Our organization was established by local outdoor enthusiasts in 2009 to protect, preserve, and support Alafia River State Park. Friends of Alafia's mission is to provide resource based recreational opportunities to the public.
In particular, we look out for the needs of mountain bikers, equestrians, and off-road runners or hikers that visit the park. We achieve this through funding construction or maintenance for the miles of biking, hiking, and equestrian trails. We also buy needed equipment, like the park's ATV and Res-Q trailer.
Initiatives We Support
Purchasing Trail Materials
Purchasing lumber, rock, and tools used to construct and maintain trails.
Park Equipment Purchases
Funding needed equipment, like the park's ATV, Res-Q trailer, & Club Car Carryall.
Park Structures Construction
Building and maintaining structures for park guests such as the horse barn and paddocks.
Equestrian Grounds Materials
Purchasing materials for equestrian fences, ties, and campsite amenity construction.
Shop Tools & Materials
Funding for shop tools and materials needed to equip our volunteer workforce.
Picnic Tables & Benches
We fund picnic table and bench purchasing, and maintenance throughout the park.
Recent Accomplishments
Corporate Sponsor Mosaic awards FoA $13K Grant for Mower
REI Awards $5K Grant to Help Fund New Mountain Bike Skills Area
Getting Around: FoA Purchases Club Car Carryall for Campground Hosts
Let's Keep Connected
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