National Park Foundation
501(c)(3) Donations tax-deductible
72% goes to programs $10 to raise $100 Strong reserves Growing revenue
National Park Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Washington, District of Columbia, registered in 1981, with $275,087,903 in FY2023 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 72% of spending to programs.
1500 K St Nw Ste 700, Washington, DC, 20005 EIN 52-1086761 Since 1981
Revenue (FY2023)
$275.1M
▲ 81.5% vs prior year
Expenses (FY2023)
$136.7M
Net assets
$531.4M
Employees
148
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
BProgram efficiency40% of the rating72% to programs · $10 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For National Park Foundation: 72% to programs · $10 to raise $100 earns a B on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating47 mo reserves · +50% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For National Park Foundation: 47 mo reserves · +50% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For National Park Foundation: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For National Park Foundation: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
As the official nonprofit partner of the national park service, the national park foundation generates private support and builds strategic partnerships to protect and enhance america's national parks for present and future generations. npf's overarching goal is to ensure america's national parks reach their fullest potential and touch as many lives as possible.
What they do
Connect people with national parks - the national park foundation is dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities for people to visit and connect with our national parks and the programs they offer. npf works to invite all people to experience, enjoy, and create life-long relationships with national parks and bring parks to people. this is accomplished by way of investments to reach underrepresented audiences, increase diversity and inclusion, create digital experiences and attract younger, multicultural generations and families to engage with national parks. in addition, the national park foundation is dedicated to establishing national parks as powerful learning environments that provide in-depth experiences that shape lives and build the next generation of national park stewards. the foundation's programs focus on connecting audiences to introductory experiences in our national parks, fostering lifelong connections, and building strong partnerships. under the connect pillar, npf delivers programmatic impact to the parks in the following strategic areas: (1) communities and workforce - national parks are the landscapes where american's build community and cultivate stewardship. npf supports an expansive network of local non-profit organizations, volunteer groups, and service corps dedicated to critical preservation and restoration projects across the country. npf's communities & workforce programming aims to grow the capacity of partners, as well as inspire and diversify the next generation of outdoor leaders. through efforts like service corps crews that preserve historical sites, restore trails, and remove invasive species in parks, npf's communities & workforce programs highlight the power of teamwork and collective dedication to preserve the nation's most treasured places. additionally, increased fundraising and management capacity of the park partner community strengthens collective support of critical preservation, restoration, and protection projects in parks across the country. (2) youth engagement and education - the average child spends five to eight hours a day in front of a digital screen and only about 12 minutes of active time outdoors. national parks are america's largest classroom, offering unparalleled educational resources as hands-on laboratories poised to inspire a new generation. npf supports youth education & engagement programs that provide ways for kids to enjoy, understand, and connect with the nature, history, and culture of parks through a variety of classroom subjects at national parks across the country. education programs tied to parks enhance classroom curriculum and have a transformative impact on students, increasing critical thinking skills, knowledge, self-confidence, and motivation to learn. beyond time spent in the parks, classroom activities conducted before and after in-park or virtual field trips reinforce what students learn during their visit. (3) outdoor exploration - national parks hold the power to inspire a sense of wonder and a love of exploration. exploration of parks' wildlife, landscapes, history, and culture is an important and memorable element of national park experiences for all visitors. npf supports ongoing opportunities to promote access for everyone to experience, enjoy, and cultivate life-long connections to the social, mental, and physical health benefits of the outdoors through magnificent national parks. by teaching valuable lifelong skills, collaborating with partner organizations to foster inclusion, and promoting the engagement of communities of color with outdoor recreation, npf's outdoor exploration programs create and deepen longstanding connections to national parks for all.
Contact & location
- Address
- 1500 K St Nw Ste 700, Washington, DC, 20005
- City
- Washington
- State
- District of Columbia
- Category
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Financial trends
Revenue grew from $46.7M (FY2013) to $275.1M (FY2023) across 11 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2023)
Liabilities $29.2MNet assets $531.4M
Operating margin
50.3%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$560.6M
Total liabilities
$29.2M
Net assets
$531.4M
Salaries & benefits
$20.0M
15% of expenses
Board members
25
25 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $275,087,903▲81.5% | $136,658,850▲13.5% | $531,407,249▲43.5% | $560,557,991▲35.2% | 990 |
| 2022 | $151,584,507▲2.1% | $120,455,846▲19.0% | $370,266,268▲15.6% | $414,754,993▲17.4% | 990 |
| 2021 | $148,524,292▲48.6% | $101,249,301▲43.2% | $320,382,155▼1.1% | $353,171,948▲3.8% | 990 |
| 2020 | $99,935,213▲12.0% | $70,717,845▼1.2% | $323,812,662▲19.2% | $340,217,064▲17.8% | 990 |
| 2019 | $89,244,569▲25.8% | $71,559,084▲15.4% | $271,585,741▲31.7% | $288,766,343▲13.9% | 990 |
| 2018 | $70,913,760▼12.8% | $62,033,055▲5.5% | $206,282,678▲4.3% | $253,475,291▲1.8% | 990 |
| 2017 | $81,297,527▲1.7% | $58,804,437▼16.4% | $197,685,553▲14.8% | $249,089,852▲13.2% | 990 |
| 2016 | $79,921,412▼46.7% | $70,306,163▼45.7% | $172,254,250▲10.2% | $220,044,972▲14.5% | 990 |
| 2015 | $150,046,168▲100% | $129,454,071▲193% | $156,254,455▲19.0% | $192,200,860▲18.0% | 990 |
| 2014 | $74,853,413▲60.2% | $44,235,120▲47.3% | $131,296,145▲26.2% | $162,912,616▲24.8% | 990 |
| 2013 | $46,722,657 | $30,029,174▲28.2% | $104,072,942▲24.8% | $130,566,444▲25.5% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $23,420,159▼10.5% | $83,368,398▲7.0% | $104,040,609▲5.9% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $26,178,920 | $77,885,418 | $98,269,178 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2023)
Highest-paid: William Shafroth — $792,645 (0.58% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| William Shafroth | Chief Executive Officer | 40 | $792,645 |
| Ruth Prescott | Chief of Staff | 40 | $383,348 |
| Lise Aangeenbrug | Chief Program Officer | 40 | $318,672 |
| Dawn Rodney | Chief External Affairs Officer | 40 | $309,850 |
| Dieter Fenkart-froeschl | Chief Operating Officer | 40 | $308,745 |
| Charles Feeney | Chief Financial Officer | 40 | $304,916 |
| James Kelley | Chief Philanthropy Officer | 40 | $291,272 |
| Chad Jones | Svp, Corporate Partnerships | 40 | $254,252 |
| Jennifer Harris | Svp, Philanthropy | 40 | $240,499 |
| Steven Grourke | Svp, Leadership & Planned Giving | 40 | $234,140 |
| Valerie Kind | Svp, Major Gifts & Foundation Relations | 40 | $232,458 |
| Lucille Clay | Svp, Hr & Admin Service | 40 | $230,137 |
| Lindsay Gsell | Vp, Content Strategey | 40 | $229,065 |
| Al Baldwin | Board Member | 3 | — |
| Andrea Grant | Board Member | 5 | — |
| Andrew Lee | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Barbara Neal | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Brien O'brien | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Cynthia Fisher | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Janet Watt | Board Member | 2 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2023)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Production Solution Inc | Direct Mail | $8,292,524 |
| Chong & Roster LLC | Advertising Creative Strategies | $4,146,661 |
| White Rose Way Entertainment | White Hours National Christmas Tree Lighting Production | $2,000,000 |
| Lautman Maska Neill & Co | Appeal, Data Processing, Mail | $1,635,400 |
| Known Global LLC | Strategic Development | $668,000 |
Grants received · $61.9M total
329 grants to National Park Foundation totaling $61.9M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund For Wealth Management Inc | Environment & animal protection | 2024 | $6,040,225 |
| Dtcare | Provide funding to the organization so that it can continue its mission of generating private support and building strategic partnerships to protect and enhance america's national parks for present and future generations. | 2024 | $923,542 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $702,000 |
| American Endowment Foundation | Environmental | 2024 | $295,710 |
| The Blackbaud Giving Fund | General support | 2024 | $262,967 |
| Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund | General support | 2024 | $167,300 |
| Impactassets Inc | General support | 2024 | $125,100 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2024 | $89,787 |
| Tides Foundation | Sustainable environment | 2024 | $83,000 |
| Paypal Charitable Giving Fund | General support | 2024 | $81,834 |
| The Us Charitable Gift Trust | For recipient's exempt purpose | 2024 | $75,635 |
| Greater Houston Community Foundation | Public benefit | 2024 | $63,450 |
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc | Unrestricted general support | 2024 | $55,000 |
| Ayco Charitable Foundation | Environment & animal protection | 2024 | $38,100 |
| T Rowe Price Program For Charitable Giving Inc | Multiple | 2024 | $37,905 |
Grants made · $81.9M in FY2023
409 grants totaling $81.9M in FY2023 — showing the 15 largest. All grants made by National Park Foundation →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yellowstone Forever | Protect | $10,957,056 |
| American Conservation | Connect | $2,375,985 |
| Midwest Regional Office | Protect | $2,175,576 |
| Friends of Acadia | Protect | $2,001,000 |
| Conservation Legacy | Protect | $1,643,001 |
| Rocky Mountain Conservancy | Protect | $1,608,334 |
| Mount Rainier National Park | Connect | $1,525,354 |
| Everglades National Park | Protect | $1,435,505 |
| National Capital Regional Office | Protect | $1,269,000 |
| Prince William Forest Park | Protect | $1,246,000 |
| Grand Canyon Conservancy | Protect | $1,230,496 |
| Friends of Katahdin Woods and Waters | Protect | $1,136,240 |
| Independence National Historical Park | Protect | $1,035,950 |
| Petrified Forest National Park | Protect | $1,035,000 |
| Haleakala Conservancy Inc | Protect | $1,022,500 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is National Park Foundation a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. National Park Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 52-1086761, based in Washington, District of Columbia. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is National Park Foundation's EIN?
- National Park Foundation's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 52-1086761.
- How much revenue does National Park Foundation report?
- National Park Foundation reported $275,087,903 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2023 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of National Park Foundation's spending goes to programs?
- National Park Foundation spends about 72% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does National Park Foundation have?
- CharityIndex grades National Park Foundation A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does National Park Foundation's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on National Park Foundation's latest Form 990 is $792,645, paid to William Shafroth (Chief Executive Officer).
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Data for National Park Foundation (EIN 52-1086761) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.