Membership
Join the National Association of Park Foundations: Empower Your Organization, Amplify Your Impact
We invite your organization to become a member of the National Association of Park Foundations (NAPF) and connect with our dynamic national network dedicated to enhancing parks and public spaces. As a member, your entire park foundation and park agency can benefit from comprehensive access to our resources, including expert training, technical assistance, and unparalleled networking opportunities with other park foundations across the country.
Why Join NAPF?
By joining NAPF, you’ll gain the tools and support needed to elevate your foundation’s work and strengthen your community. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your foundation’s reach and capabilities, we offer tailored assistance to help you succeed:
- Foundation Start-Up Support: Step-by-step guidance to launch a new park foundation.
- Branding & Rebranding Assistance: Enhance your foundation’s identity and public presence.
- Bandwidth Development: Build capacity to take on new projects and responsibilities.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded organizations and professionals.
- Exclusive Online Resources: Access to draft documents, informative webinars, white papers, and more.
- Live Webinars: Participate in live sessions, free for members.
- Publications & Subscriptions: Stay informed with the latest industry insights.
- Citizen & Volunteer Training: Empower your community to get involved and make a difference.
Additional Member Discounts Include:
- Strategic Planning: Chart a course for your foundation’s future.
- Fundraising Strategies: Maximize private gifts and grants.
- Educational Programs: Learn from experts in the field.
- Grantmaking, Investments, Tax, and Legal Support: Navigate the complexities of funding and compliance.
- Board and Staff Development: Strengthen your leadership and operational effectiveness.
- Public Relations: Amplify your foundation’s message and impact.
Who Can Join?
NAPF membership is inclusive and extends to everyone in your foundation and the park agency you support. We encourage you to enroll all team members and stakeholders who interact with your foundation—there’s no limit to how many people can benefit from the wealth of resources, best practices, and events we offer.
Join Today
For $700 in the first year, your entire organization gains full access to the benefits offered by NAPF, including education, collaboration, and direct support designed to strengthen park foundations nationwide.
Annual renewals are $450, allowing organizations to continue their engagement at a lower cost once onboarding and initial support are complete.
We look forward to welcoming you to the NAPF community and supporting your important work in promoting and preserving parks and public spaces.




