Van Cortlandt Park Alliance - Meet the Honorees Helping Shape the Park’s Future

 

This year’s Springtime Shindig is extra special.

 

As of January 2026, Van Cortlandt Park Alliance is officially the licensed nonprofit partner of Van Cortlandt Park. It’s a huge milestone for the park and our community!

 

Join us as we celebrate this exciting new chapter, honor the incredible people and partners who helped make it happen, and launch our brand-new Bench Adoption Program.

 

Betty Campbell-Adams Park Angel Award

Honoring Christopher Rizzo, L. Casey Spitzer, and NYC Parks current and past leadership for helping secure VCPA’s official partnership with NYC Parks. Christopher is a longtime advocate for parks and public open space and a founding member of Riverdale Main Streets Alliance, while Casey provided years of dedicated pro bono legal guidance to help make this milestone possible.

 

Cultivating the Bronx Award

Honoring Riverdale Main Streets Alliance, a network of residents, civic groups, nonprofits, and local businesses dedicated to strengthening and beautifying the Riverdale community. Through volunteer stewardship, neighborhood beautification, and support of public green spaces — including work in and around Van Cortlandt Park. RMSA has helped cultivate a stronger, more connected Bronx community.

 

Come celebrate the people helping Van Cortlandt Park thrive — and enjoy a joyful evening of community, connection, and support for the park we love.

 

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Our Contact Information
Van Cortlandt Park Alliance
80 Van Cortlandt Park South, Ste. E1
Bronx, NY 10463
718-601-1460
http://vancortlandt.org