Friends Groups

The Accokeek Foundation supports conservation of the Potomac Riverfront. The Foundation’s original fundraising efforts helped keep the river near Washington’s Mount Vernon estate free from obstruction. Today, the Accokeek Foundation works with the National Park Service to preserve 200 acres of Piscataway Park along the Potomac River.

Alaska Geographic’s fundraising efforts protect Alaska’s wild places, including parks, rivers, forests, and refuges.

Promoting the cultural legacy of the Appomattox Court House National Historical Park is the mission of the Appomattox 1865 Foundation.

The mission of the Assateague Coastal Trust is to support the rich ecosystem of the Delmarva coastal area through advocacy, conservation, and education.

The Assateague Island Alliance supports preservation and stewardship of the Assateague Island National Seashore.

Big Bend Conservancy’s mission is to promote, protect, and raise funds for Big Bend National Park and the Rio Grande Wild and Scenic River.

In support of one of America’s great byways, this foundation raises funds for stewardship and community along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

The Boston Harbor Islands Partnership represents a range of federal, state, city, and nonprofit agencies. The Partnership coordinates the activities of the managers of the islands in the development and implementation of a management plan for their islands and the national park as a whole.

The official nonprofit partner of Bryce Canyon National Park, the Bryce Canyon National History Association supports the educational and research programs taking place in this national treasure.

As the official nonprofit partner of the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal, the Trust works to keep the historic canal beautiful and accessible to all.

Chattahoochee National Park Conservancy (CNPC) was established in 2012 as the official friends group for the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area (CRNRA). This organization is the only nonprofit, philanthropic organization dedicated exclusively to the protection and preservation of the CRNRA and the enhancement of visitor experience. They are currently focused on helping our national park improve its trail system, enhance and develop the National Water Trail and expand volunteer and educational programs.

CNMU’s mission is to support the educational, scientific, and interpretive programs produced by the Colorado National Monument.

Connecting people to Cuyahoga Valley is the mission of the Conservancy. It works to preserve the park for future generations by maintaining facilities and engaging community support.

This nonprofit association supports research efforts in Death Valley National Park.

Eastern National is a cooperating association, supporting the interpretive, educational, and scientific programs and services of the National Park Service.

This foundation supports research and education, contributing to Thomas Edison’s scientific legacy.

This organization works to support the legacy of Eugene O’Neill, one of America’s most prolific playwrights.

This organization helps sustain the natural beauty of Fire Island’s land and lighthouse.

This group protects important programs in Acadia National Park, including Wild Acadia, Tomorrow’s Stewards, The Acadia Experience, and Trails & Carriage Rides.

This group helps memorialize the important role that Andersonville played during the Civil War.

This group support activities at Bandelier National Monument including, but not limited to preservation and restoration, educational and interpretive programs, outreach and cultural programs, research and planning.

This group celebrates the unique sites affiliated with the Nez Perce War.

This organization helps to promote the historical, scientific, literary, educational and interpretive activities of the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site.

As stewards of the swamp, this group works to protect the park’s vibrant ecology, enhance educational programming, and increase awareness of Congaree Swamp.

This group raises funds to support the preservation of America’s “crown jewels,” found in Crater Lake National Park.

This group’s fundraising efforts support the conservation efforts and educational activities offered by De Soto National Memorial.

This group helps protect the National Seashore through fundraising and coordinating volunteer efforts.

This group’s special mission is to bring local students to Fort McHenry and increase educational programming at the monument.

This group, affectionately known as FoFAB, works to sustain educational programming and support public events in the park.

This group helped fund construction of Georgetown Waterfront Park and now works to upkeep the park through regular renewal of landscaping and hardware.

This group supports educational and cultural research in Hawaii’s Haleakalā National Park.

Hawai’i’s vibrant natural resources depend on citizens, Friends Groups, NPF, and NPS alike to stay protected.

This group helps to promote the natural, cultural, scenic, and recreational resources of Little River Canyon National Preserve; to protect those resources; and to assure that they are available to the public and are also here for the appreciation and enjoyment of future generations.

This groups fundraising efforts support educational programming, provide for maintenance, and help increase awareness of the park.

Enhancing the visitor experience at Mammoth Cave is a primary goal of this group, which also supports maintenance and preservation of the park.

This group works to preserve the World War II incarceration experience by funding programming and maintenance projects at Minidoka National Historic Site.

This organization partners with the National Park Service to work to restore, preserve, and maintain this nationally significant historic space and to promote educational and recreational experiences for all generations.

Working to keep Teddy Roosevelt’s spirit alive, this group fundraises and recruits volunteers in support of Sagamore Hill.

The Friends of San Juan National Historic Site is a non-profit organization working in partnership with the San Juan National Historic Site (SJNHS) and other local groups to finance conservation projects, to maintain the site’s historic spaces, and to develop educational and recreational experiences for visitors.

This group works to create outstanding visitor experiences on the lakeshore by maintaining trails and protecting natural resources.

This nonprofit supports programming and provides volunteer workers in Great Sand Dunes National Park & Reserve.

This group works to bring one of North Dakota’s natural treasures closer to its people by funding projects, engaging local youth, and raising public awareness of the park.

This organization promotes both preservation and enjoyment of the many natural treasures of the Virgin Islands.

This friends group works to preserve the natural beauty of Watch Hill, one of the most popular areas of Fire Island National Seashore.

Preserving the history of the Wilderness Battlefield through service programs and educational outreach is the mission of this organization.

This Foundation strives to preserve the heritage of Gettysburg through educational programming and site upkeep.

Grand Canyon Conservancy is the official nonprofit partner of Grand Canyon National Park, raising private funds, operating retail shops within the park, and providing premier guided educational programs about the natural and cultural history of the region.

This nonprofit funds research and improvements to support a bright future for Grand Teton.

This group supports marketing, outreach, and educational efforts for Great Basin National Park, one of Nevada’s jewels.

GBC supports this piece of military history by funding educational programming and enhancing visitors’ experiences.

This organization supports Harpers Ferry National Historical Park ’s interpretive and educational programs and provides aid to conservation and preservation projects.

By providing educational and fundraising support to Joshua Tree, this group supports one of the most well-known and mysterious national parks.

This group works to provide aid to the park and educate the public of the importance of First American’s contributions to our country.

This group helped form a visitor’s center for Lassen Volcanic National Park and has since provided ongoing support for private fundraising.

Mesa Verde is one of the oldest known Pueblo formations, and this group protects its important place in the history of the American-West.

This organization supports San Antonio Missions National Historical Park through advocating for the park’s protection and ongoing stewardship, raising funds for preservation and education projects, recruiting volunteers and partners to bolster the park’s limited federal budget, and increasing public awareness and community engagement.

This organization provides opportunities for people to have a national park experience in the Twin Cities through youth education, community engagement, and environmental stewardship programs.

By protecting, preserving, and nurturing one of America’s greatest icons, this group creates lasting impressions on all visitors who stand in her shadow.

This organization champions the conservation of the natural, historic, and cultural resources of Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park, including Moccasin Bend National Archeological District.

Dedicated to protecting all parks near Lake Superior, of the Great Lakes, this organization fosters stewardship and enjoyment of our national parks.

This organization fosters a greater understanding of environmental impact through activities in 4 major parks in the National Park System.

This foundation supports hands-on enjoyment of parks in the region and encourages citizens to get outdoors to enjoy America’s natural resources.

The mission of this organization is to promote the many things you can do in this military park, as well as promote the overall significance of the Civil War.

This foundation supports to National Park Service to make Pinnacles National Park a place where visitors of all ages can connect with the natural and cultural resources of the park and be inspired to join in its stewardship.

This group preserves battlefields around Richmond, VA.

Founded in 1931, this organization supports the wild, wonderful Rocky Mountains through fundraising efforts, innovative events, and the ever-popular gift shop at the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center.

This group works to enhance the visitor’s experience and knowledge at the Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site, the Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site, the Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site, as well as the Top Cottage National Historic Site.

Through events, fundraising efforts, and tours in the park, this group seeks to inspire inspire current and future generations with the “We Can Do It” spirit and values that energized the World War II Home Front and transformed American government, industry, society, and culture.

This is a southern California-based group committed to supporting the National Park Service and the California State Parks in their missions to provide for resource protection, wildlife preservation, and public enjoyment of the Santa Monica Mountains Naitonal Recreation Area.

This organization works with the National Park Foundation to support projects including trail improvements, educational programs for the public, and the protection of wildlife and their natural habitat.

Through programs to educate the public, connect the next generation of park lovers, and supporting the National Park Service, this group protects one of the largest parks in the country.

As the official partner of the National Park Service in South Florida, this group focuses on education, protection, visitor services, volunteer activities, and community engagement to protect Florida’s parks.

Promoting awareness and preserving the memory and legacy of the removal of Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Muscogee (Creek), and Seminole people is at the heart of this organization’s work.

This organization works with the National Park Service to support recreation and conservation projects, enhance education and public engagement, and protect the wild nature of the park through fundraising, advocating, recruiting volunteers, and increasing public awareness.

By raising funds and connection park stewards to our national history, this group protects George Washington’s home during the Revolutionary War.

Dedicated to preserving Washington state’s three largest parks, this Friend’s Group raises funds for priority projects.

Formally the Yellowstone Park Foundation and Yellowstone Conservancy, this new umbrella organization inspires park stewards with programs that save wildlife, protect wilderness, and connect the next generation to Yellowstone National Park.

By raising funds and inspiring volunteers, the Yosemite Conservancy protects the future of America’s first land protected for recreational use.