A Foundation for the Future

America's national parks are where we come together - our common ground.

As the nation pauses to witness the 60th presidential inauguration we are reminded that the Founders envisioned the transfer of power every four years, regardless of which party or individual assumes the mantle of leadership. Today the nation renews that commitment to the experiment in self-government first undertaken nearly 250 years ago.

For nearly 60 years the National Park Foundation has worked with every Presidential administration, every Congress, and every National Park Service director to contribute to the protection of America's national parks, and to help make it possible for everyone to experience the natural beauty, history, and culture that we share.

The National Park Foundation looks forward to working with the Trump administration, members of the 119th Congress, and our partners at the National Park Service to protect the more than 430 sites across the country that make up our National Park System.

The National Park Foundation is marking its own leadership transition. Current president and CEO-elect Jeff Reinbold will assume the role of president and CEO on February 1, succeeding Will Shafroth, who has led the organization for nearly a decade during a period of rapid growth in national park philanthropy.

This transition is a moment of continuity and opportunity.

In this moment, the Foundation will continue its commitment be a trusted partner to the National Park Service, and continue to build a foundation for the future, because America's national parks reflect our nation's journey, and they inspire where we will go next.