About us
Imagine your contributed dollars to WNP hiking a loop trail. They move along, funding national park programs, events, research, and children’s activities. As others experience and appreciate these programs, their dollars join yours on the trail. Supporting national parks is that easy!
Our mission
In partnership with the National Park Service since 1938, WNP advances education, interpretation, research, and community engagement to ensure national parks are increasingly valued by all.
Our Impact
WNP provided more than $10 million in support to partner parks in FY23
Our partnership with the National Park Service
Since 1938, dedicated WNP staff, board members, volunteers, donors, and members along with researchers and scholars, has supported national parks for the love of these natural and recreational resources. Read about our legacy and decades of service.
Our history
It all started with park staff supporting NPS’ educational mission.
Our partners
Get to know national park-related organizations that we support.
Our team
Meet our dedicated leadership team and board.
Supportive activities
We provide educational park-related products, fund important research, help plan and publicize park activities, and reach out to the community.
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Newsroom
Find out the latest WNP and park information.
Annual reports
Read about our projects and activities.
