Jim Reber, founder of several nonprofits including the San Jose Parks Foundation, was honored at a farewell gathering after 15 years as executive director. The city recognized his relentless advocacy for public parks and collaboration skills that fostered community involvement. With a rich history of organizing events such as the Walk for AIDS and arts festivals, Reber transformed the Parks Foundation into a vital resource for local nonprofits and residents to enhance park accessibility and engagement. His leadership has left a lasting mark on the San Jose community.
I have a certain skill for bringing people together and using the best ideas, building a consensus and moving forward with that, Reber said.
There are so many ways you have influenced the city of San Jose and its parks, Vice Mayor Pam Foley said.
Reber founded the San Jose Rep in 1979, produced the city's Walk for AIDS for seven years...
The Parks Foundation became a hub for other nonprofits and neighborhood groups that wanted to raise money to improve their parks.
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