This message from the California Park & Recreation Society (CPRS) provides interesting insight into how park and recreation programs can give hope and direction to inner-city youth.  Please pass it on. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eC02m7D4Cvc

• Parks Give Hope & Direction  http://youtube.com/watch?v=eC02m7D4Cvc 
• Parks Create Community  http://youtube.com/watch?v=OYvZufaezdY
• Parks Protect Open Space  http://youtube.com/watch?v=ozn9GFRVvgk
• Parks Increase Property Values  http://youtube.com/watch?v=qUN4UTf0734