Campaign Overview
In May 2026, voters within the Hood River Valley Parks & Recreation District approved a capital bond to rebuild the Aquatic Center and an operations levy to support parks, trails, the pool, and recreation services.
The bond will pay for a basic Aquatic Center rebuild. Think pools, deck, locker rooms, and lobby. The Foundation is leading a $2 million capital campaign to provide enhancements for family fun and year round enjoyment beyond what the bond will cover.
We need your support to make our pool the extraordinary facility that our community deserves.
Every gift moves us forward.
Proposed Enhancements
Donors have the opportunity to support three distinct areas. Funds raised will be allocated towards some of the enhancements mentioned, though it may not cover all of them.
The final amenity package will be determined by the contributions received before the design and budget are finalized. Contributing now will help ensure that this resource remains special for generations to come.
Proposed concept includes water play features, gradual entry, and optional lap lane. Exact design will depend on how much money is raised for pool enhancements and the final design process, including community input.
Example of indoor water play features from SW Community Center in Portland. Shown for illustrative purposes; exact play features will be confirmed in the final design process, based on funding, function, and community input.
Example of build-in bleachers for competitions and parents. Exact design will depend on funding available and the final design process. (Image for illustrative purposes; generated with AI).
Proposed concept includes water play features, gradual entry, and optional lap lane. Exact design will depend on how much money is raised for pool enhancements and the final design process, including community input.
Provided by the concept architects for illustrative purposes; exact final design may differ slightly.
Popular public splashpad example from the Vancouver, WA waterfront.
Various types of family and individual seating on north side of the building. This is a conceptual drawing from the architects; exact final design may differ slightly.
Provided by the concept architects for illustrative purposes; exact final design may differ slightly.
To provide connection to the outdoors and airflow during the summer. Rendering from the architects; exact design may differ slightly.
Proposed concept has large windows and doors on north side, with operable windows on the south side (by fire station) for cross ventilation. This is a concept; final design may differ slightly.
To provide connection to the outdoors and airflow during the summer. Rendering from the architects; exact design may differ slightly.
How To Contribute
We are happy to work with donors on a donation timeline and method that works best for them.
We can accept many forms of payment, including:
Check - Preferred option
This option is preferred because it avoids processing fees.
Includes: Personal Check, Donor Advised Fund (DAF), IRA Rollover/Minimum Distribution (ages 70.5+)
Check Instructions:
Please print and fill out this form and mail your check to PO Box 336, Hood River, OR 97031.
Addressee: Hood River Valley Parks & Rec Foundation or HRVPRF
Memo: Pool Rebuild
Credit Card, Venmo, ACH, or other electronic options
Choose your preferred paperless donation option and donate on our website.
This is the fastest option. It's great for donations under $1000.
Stock & Bond Donations
Please email board@hrvprf.org for instructions. We will connect you with our account manager.
EIN: 33-3883841
The Foundation is an IRS-approved 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation.
Donation Levels & Recognition
Donation Levels
Legacy Circle: $100,000+
Visionary: $50,000 - $99,999
Champion: $20,000 - $49,999
Benefactor: $5,000 - $19,999
Supporter: $1- $4,999
Individual recognition in rebuilt facility facility: $5000+
Group recognition in rebuilt facility: $1000-$4999
Individual recognition in Foundation's annual report: all
When submitting a contribution, donors may choose whether they would like their name or amount to be anonymous.
The rebuilt facility will have a donor wall, individually recognizing donors at $5000+ similar in style to the image above. The exact design is still being confirmed.
Why This is Important Today
Time is up
The Aquatic Center is now the only community pool in Hood River County.
It has reached the end of useful life.
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Safety, Health, & Access
The pool is essential for swim safety and therapy, and provides all-ages recreation, fitness, sports, and family fun.
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Investing in our Future
A rebuilt aquatic center will be a community resource for decades, focused on safety, heath, and community connections.
Path to a New Pool
✅ May 2026
Community Bond & Levy vote.
Thank you for the support: Both measures PASSED!
✅ July 2026 - Dec 2026
Pledge collection begins.
Full launch of Community Supporter fundraising campaign.
Design & enhancements confirmed.
✅ Jan 2027 - Dec 2027
Pledge collection continues for Visionary Partners & Legacy Builders w/2-year giving plans.
Construction of new pool begins.
This timeline is an estimate and may change slightly over time based on a variety of factors.
Project Partners
Capital Bond: $40 million
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Rebuilds end-of-life aquatic center with similar core features and size
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Includes durable, code-compliant, energy-efficient building, on one level for full ADA accessibility and safety
Fundraiser: $2 million goal
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Provides enhancements for family fun and year-round enjoyment that the bond will not cover
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Helps balance needs and wants of the community
Grants: $500K+ goal
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State Parks matching grant for outdoor enhancements
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Energy Trust of Oregon funding for energy efficiency building improvements