Simmons Foods recently announced it will provide a $500,000 donation to fund a splash pad and soccer fields in the Master Parks Plan for the city of Gentry, Arkansas.
The splash pad, which is currently nearing completion, will have over 6,000 square feet of aquatic play space featuring fountains, sprinklers, and “colorful sky-high water buckets,” Simmons’ press release said. The soccer fields, more than a dozen in total, are scheduled to be completed in the fall.
“Recreational projects like this where families and friends can come together and enjoy healthy outdoor activities are part of what makes Gentry and Northwest Arkansas a great place to live,” Simmons Foods CEO and Vice Chairman Todd Simmons said. “We’re proud to see the Gentry Master Parks Plan come to life and be a part of that investment.”
Gentry Mayor Kevin Johnston said, “This generous donation will allow us to complete our vision for these projects and provide wonderful recreational activities for families in our community. Simmons is a strong community partner and a great employer and we are so thankful for this donation and all they do in the collaborative effort of improving the quality of life and sense of place throughout the communities within our entire region.”
