A Public Place to Play Gets New Life

2026 Core Grant: $75,000 for Yantis Park tennis court renovation

Public parks are one of the simplest ways a community takes care of itself. They give families a place to gather, children a place to play, and neighbors a shared space that belongs to everyone.

In Milton-Freewater, Yantis Park has long been one of those places. With tennis courts, walking paths, playground equipment, picnic areas, restrooms, shelters, and open space, the park serves people across ages and interests. A grant to renovate the tennis courts will help strengthen that role and make the park more useful for years to come.

Outdoor courts can be easy to overlook until they become difficult to use. Cracks, worn surfaces, and aging facilities can quietly limit access to recreation. Restoring the courts is about more than tennis. It is about keeping public spaces active, welcoming, and safe.

Sherwood Trust is pleased to support the City of Milton-Freewater’s investment in Yantis Park as part of its 2026 Core Grants.