THE GUIDING PRINCIPLES OF THE FOUNDATION

Diversity

NPF is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion among the staff, Board of Directors and partners.

PHILANTHROPY

The Foundation excites philanthropic support and stewards that support to have a direct and meaningful impact on national parks.

Partnership

The Foundation convenes and enhances strategic partnerships to achieve broader impacts within the national parks.

Impact

The Foundation invests in critical projects that provide long-lasting, measurable benefits to national parks.

Stewardship

The Foundation fosters a culture of community and stewardship over the national parks. Strategic Partnership with NPS: The Foundation works closely with NPS to identify, fund, and advance priority initiatives.

Education

The Foundation helps to educate the public on the value of national parks and why they must be protected and preserved for current and future generations.

Common Ground

The Foundation provides common ground where all who love the national parks can contribute to a shared vision in support of them.

Innovation

The Foundation employs an entrepreneurial approach to address the complex challenges facing the national parks.

Future Orientation

The Foundation provides thought leadership, and helps NPS to anticipate future challenges and creates long-term solutions.