Fundraising for everyones' benefit...

FOCHSP members are active and enthusiastic, however neither of those attributes pay for playgrounds or bus rides for schoolchildren or much of anything else. In recent years, we have raised funds for significant improvements such as the installation and operation of the Osprey Camera, the second  new bike barn, purchasing an ATV type  vehicle for use by the Park's maintenance department, purchasing a new Point of Sale System for the Park office, purchasing handicapped beach wheelchairs and purchasing a copy machine and computer equipment for the Park office plus several  new park benches.

Following  are some of our fundraising activities. We hope you will consider helping us help to keep Cape Henlopen State Park a fun place for all.

FOCHSP Membership

Joining FOCHSP and becoming a "Friend" is a great way to financially support the work we do. Being a "Friend" also entitles you  discounts on merchandise, invitations to special events and regular email updates about activities. You can join online or by mail.

Merchandise Sale

The sale of "Friends" merchandise is another way that we raise money to support our efforts. It's also a great way you can show everyone that you're a supporter of Cape Henlopen State Park and to spread the word about our activities.

Birdseed Sale - October 21st. 2017

 This popular program began in 2004. Pick up will be at the Park Maintenance Garage from 10:00am - 12 noon on October 21st.  Ordering Bird Seed through us  helps support the park and the Bird population this winter.   We will soon be mailing out the  Seed Order Forms which will also be  available  at the Park Office,  and the  Nature Center or Click the button below to download and print the order form      .Orders must be placed by October 9th.          Friends Members may take a 10% discount on   all seed orders.  

 
​Book Fair & Holiday Boutique - Nov. 11, 2017
 9 am to 3 pm at the Officers' Club in the Park

This annual event  is a great opportunity to find a good book or two to read over the winter, and get a start on your holiday shopping. The wide array of merchandise offers something for every taste, with food from the Friends Cafe, a bake sale,  the book sale and handmade crafts, along with other  holiday themed items.

Bring your camera or smartphone along too, and take your photos  with Santa!

Quality donations, which are very much welcomed, and  greatly  contribute to the success of this event   may be delivered  to the Officers' Club from 10am -1:00pm on Friday, November 10th.. These include gently used books ( no encyclopedias please), Holiday decor and hand crafted items.

All proceeds will benefit the upkeep of the Park Playground which was originally  funded by the Friends  of Cape Henlopen State Park

Flea Market - Next Event Spring 2018

This annual fundraiser began in April 2004 and features the sale of various items donated to FOCHSP by members, businesses and others plus a bake sale.