Carmel Park Dedicates Tree to Honor Prevail Anniversary
A new serviceberry tree at Cool Creek Park recognizes four decades of support for crime and abuse survivors.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Awards
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Hamilton County Parks & Recreation recently dedicated a serviceberry tree at Cool Creek Park to mark the 40th anniversary of the nonprofit Prevail. The memorial serves as a public tribute to the organization's long-standing work with survivors of crime and abuse.
Why it matters
The dedication honors Prevail's milestone in providing essential services to the community. By placing the tribute in a public park, officials are also raising awareness for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Prevail has provided support to more than 70,000 survivors during its 40 years of operation. The newly planted serviceberry tree at Cool Creek Park features a purple ribbon that will remain displayed through the end of October.
The players
Tami Wanninger
She serves as the Executive Director of Prevail.
Chris Stice
He is the Director of the Hamilton County Parks & Recreation department.
Prevail
This nonprofit organization provides critical support services to survivors of crime and abuse.
Hamilton County Parks & Recreation
This regional agency manages public green spaces and recreational programming in Hamilton County.
The details
Prevail Executive Director Tami Wanninger and Hamilton County Parks & Recreation Director Chris Stice gathered at the park to unveil the tree. The planting serves as both a celebration of the organization's history and a symbol of solidarity during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Timeline
October 8, 2026: The serviceberry tree was unveiled at the park.
October 2026: A purple ribbon remains on the tree.
Culture Shift
This dedication aligns with established observances for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It highlights a growing societal shift toward utilizing public spaces for tangible community support and awareness initiatives.
Residents visiting Cool Creek Park can view the tribute tree and purple ribbon throughout the month of October. The installation serves as a reminder of local resources available to those seeking support after experiencing crime or abuse.
The takeaway
Commemorating anniversaries through permanent installations like trees can provide lasting visibility for local nonprofit missions. Residents are encouraged to utilize local parks as spaces for reflection and community solidarity during awareness months.
Further reading
Find more community recognition and honors in Carmel Awards.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Current Publishing.
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