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Summer 2023 was a huge success for the Champaign Park District and it’s all thanks to you! Here are some stats from this summer (May – September 2023) that we found most impressive.
Summer 2023 Stats (May – September):
- $58,312.50 Used in Scholarships
- Over 50 Virginia Theatre events
- 21,602 Ticketed Patrons
- $609,029 Gross Ticket Sales
- 6,661 Summer Programs Participants
- 16 Special Events
- Estimated Attendance: 13,650
- 462 More Info Free Visitors during Open Hours
- 269 Pavilion/Shelter/Park Permits
- 753 Sports Field Rentals
- 5 Capital Projects Completed
- 98 Flower Islands Sponsored in the Community
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120 sessions of Summer Youth Programs (SYP) were offered in 2023, including Creative Kids, Teen, and CUSR Camps! SYP keeps kids active & engaged with trips to parks and Sholem Aquatic Center, craft and science projects, and games with new friends.
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Open Memorial Day through August, Sholem Aquatic Center had over 60,000 visits this summer. Our award winning lifeguards reached Gold Audit Status with 3 “Exceeds” on surprise audits by Jeff Ellis & Associates.
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CUSR successfully served 437 residents in 102 programs. Participation was up 54% from 2022 summer camp to 2023. 20 participants were supported in inclusive programs in Urbana and Champaign Park District.