About us
Friends of the Village Green is a non-profit, run by volunteers, that supports programs to enrich and inspire people of all ages and abilities.
We are new. Friends of the Village Green was born in 2025 to help support funding, and enhance education series and activities at the Community Center for local area residents — classes, art programs, concerts, the community garden, and speaker series. The Community Center celebrated its tenth year in May 2026.
Who is a friend?
You are!
Being a part of the Village Green community makes you a friend to many. Yes, we would love for you to participate as a Support ally volunteer on many available projects, or donate to help us grow by offering new programs, with an affordable and accessibility focus.
- Some of our goals as we plan to support the Village Green
- Support and assist with affordable programs
- Identify programs for intergenerational ages
Collaborate with the Village Green partners; (Kingston Library, Boys and Girls’ Club, and Village Green Foundation) to maximize our available resources to bring the community together for events, and gatherings.
Ideas for a community event?
We welcome your input on this. Contact us with your suggestions for speakers, topic for educational event (class or speaker), volunteer opportunities or fundraising idea. info@fotvg.org
Our mission
Connect and empower community members to foster the long-term vitality of the Village Green Community Center, through development and support of programs and services that meet the needs and interests of our changing and expanding community, making the Village Green a welcoming hub for growth and the opportunity for all to participate.
Our vision
The Village Green offers and supports activities and services that enrich lives, build relationships and inspire all to thrive every day.
What we value
- Openness to community ideas
- Interest in learning
- Welcoming all ages and abilities
- Inclusive free community programs
What we support
Three areas now.
- Community building — projects that raise money and bring people together.
- The Village Green Arts Program (VGAP) — Arts and Humanities.
- Greenworks — umbrella title for horticulture education, support of community garden, and outdoor projects.
One last thing
Village Green Community Center Structural Roles
- Metropolitan Park District (MPD): Owns and operates the physical land and building operations.
- Village Green Foundation: Sister non-profit, dedicated to enhancing the building and property.
- Friends of the Village Green: We focus on connecting with the local area residents and partnering with building and local entities to offer community events.