In order to acknowledge such outstanding performance, the Office of Parks and Recreation (OPR) features a spotlight on our services, programs, facilities, parks and recreation centers, which may be in conjunction or collaboration with a sponsor or partner.

The Good Tidings Foundation
Newly Renovated Basketball Courts as of October 2002
In October 2002, F.M. Smith announced a newly renovated basketball courts through the generosity and sponsorship of the Golden State Warriors: Makin’ Hoops Program and the Good Tidings Foundation. The commemoration ceremony of the courts took place on October 5, 2002, for a total value of $25,000, for the renovation work.

The Golden State Warriors and Good Tidings Foundation did it again, bringing good tidings and joy to the Oakland community as though it were Christmas in October! It was with great honor and esteem that this special event took place, to unveil the completely renovated basketball courts at F.M. Smith Recreation Center in the City of Oakland. This refurbishment ensures that our youth will have a playground reflective of a caring and concerned community and involved corporate citizens. The Warriors and Good Tidings Foundation have collaborated over the past five years to renovate six basketball courts throughout the Bay Area, including Oakland's Brookdale Recreation Center in 1998. Since the program's inception eight years ago, sixteen courts have been renovated and remain a source of neighborhood pride for their adjacent communities.

The Golden State Warriors and the Good Tidings Foundation are recognized and appreciated for taking pride in Oakland, through committed service, innovative literacy and educational programs, community outreach that promotes health and wellness, strengthening the community image and sense of place, encouraging participation in recreation activities, and selfless dedication that are beneficial to the youth and community.

The Golden State Warriors and the Good Tidings Foundation provide invaluable services, programs, opportunities and hope in Oakland. Celebrating and embracing diversity through committed, responsive, caring and active involvement beneficial to youths, adults and seniors. The collaboration between the Warriors’ and Good Tidings Foundation that has provided beneficial services and programs to the community, are both saluted and honored for their efforts, dedication and commitment to Oakland and the Greater Bay Area.

A Note from the Director
“It is with great honor and esteem that the Golden State Warriors through the Makin’ Hoops Program and the Good Tidings Foundation have collaborated with the City of Oakland, Office of Parks and Recreation (OPR) to unveil the newly renovated basketball court at F.M. Smith Recreation Center, whose sponsorship is valued at $25,000. This refurbishment ensures that our youth will have a playground reflective of a caring and concerned community and involved corporate citizens."

"The Golden State Warriors and the Good Tidings Foundation are recognized and appreciated for taking pride in Oakland and the Greater Bay Area, through committed service, innovative literacy and educational programs, community outreach that promotes health and wellness, strengthening the community image and sense of place, encouraging participation in recreation activities, and selfless dedication that are beneficial to the youth and community. The Warriors and the Good Tidings have provided invaluable services, programs, opportunities and hope in Oakland. Celebrating and embracing diversity through committed, responsive, caring and active involvement beneficial to youths, adults and seniors. The Warriors and Good Tidings are honored for their efforts, dedication and commitment to the City of Oakland.“ ~ Dr. Harry Edwards, Director, City of Oakland, Office of Parks and Recreation

October 2002

The Good Tidings Foundation in Collaboration with The Golden State Warriors