50/50 for Ruston

The purpose of this auction is to raise money for a public skatepark in Ruston, LA.

No concrete park exists in a 150 mile radius from Ruston, and kids need a safe place to skate! For this auction we have asked over 150 artists, skaters, and musicians to join our mission to build a concrete park in north central Louisiana. We are on our way to raising $250k, and our city has committed to the rest. We have amazing one of a kind decks from very generous people who believe in our mission. We also have unique one-of-a-kind items from musicians, signed records, books, and more that are available for bid. Many have gotten on board to help us make this a reality, and we hope you’ll get on board, too, by bidding on items in the 50/50 for Ruston auction.

MISSION STATEMENT
To provide a skatepark and public art experience in the former Memorial Park Pool by raising funds in partnership with the City of Ruston.

VISION STATEMENT
Our vision is to provide a safe, creative, and art-centered skatepark that improves our community and empowers youth.

PHILOSOPHY
To serve individuals who might not participate in traditional group sports as well as enhance quality of life for the public through a space that values creativity, public art, and self-expression.

Friends of Ruston Skatepark will serve all demographics.