The City of San Diego Parks and Recreation Department and San Diego Wave Fútbol Club hosted a special event this morning at Dolores Magdaleno Memorial Park and Recreation Center in Logan Heights to celebrate the team’s playground improvement contribution. Earlier this year, Wave FC contributed nearly $50,000 to a much-needed playground resurfacing project at the park. 

“Thanks to the Wave’s generous donation, families in Barrio Logan and Logan Heights will have a bright and welcoming playground to enjoy for years to come,” said Mayor Todd Gloria. “This is a great example of how public-private partnerships make a difference in our communities, and I welcome others to join the City in finding creative ways to support the neighborhoods we all call home.”   

As part of its goal to champion continual progress for the entire San Diego community by improving quality of life, providing access to resources and uplifting communities, Wave FC contributed to support the entirety of the playground resurfacing project to ensure that kids in the area have a safe, modern place to play and enjoy the outdoors. The children’s playground is a popular feature at this community park and recreation center and has seen greater usage since the resurfacing project was completed. 

“It is a priority for us at Wave FC to show up and lean in to help our community,” said Shannon Mac Millan, the Wave’s Chief Impact Officer. “Being outside and active is vital to kids’ health and well-being. We hope this playground resurface helps encourage the kids to be outside playing for many years to come.” 

During the morning event, students from the adjacent Logan Memorial Educational Complex visited the site to enjoy the new playground and other park amenities. The students were also treated to giveaways and activations provided by the Wave.  

Memorial Community Park is located outside of the Dolores Magdaleno Memorial Recreation Center and includes multiple playgrounds, park and picnic areas, an outdoor basketball court, a multi-purpose field and the Bill & Maxine Wilson Skate Park.  

The Parks and Recreation Department manages over 40,000 acres of park assets, including more than 400 parks, 26 miles of shoreline, 60 recreation centers, 15 pools, 13 skate parks and plazas and three golf courses. For additional information about the City’s park system, visit the Parks and Recreation webpage.