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Who We Are

Washington’s National Park Fund is the official philanthropic partner of Mount Rainier, North Cascades, and Olympic National Parks.

What We Do

We raise private support to preserve and protect Washington’s national parks.

With your help, we fund scientific research, youth and family experiences, and projects that will keep these parks strong and vital now and forever, for everyone.

Together for the Parks

Mount Rainier National Park

Est. 1899

368 sq. miles

Opening up accessible and unforgettable experiences in Paradise, Sunrise, and beyond to every visitor of “the Mountain”

North Cascades National Park

Est. 1968

789 sq. miles

Protecting and preserving a rugged wilderness sanctuary for the future, while enabling recreation and exploration by all

Olympic National Park

Est. 1938

1,441 sq. miles

Creating new access and opportunities for all, from the Hoh Rain Forest to the Pacific coast and into the peaks of the Olympics

About the Parks

Our Project Priorities

Advancing
Science and Research

Improving
Visitors’ Experiences

Expanding
Volunteerism and Stewardship

Embracing
Inclusion

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We are proud to fund projects that advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in these parks every year as part of our commitment to making them more accessible for all.

New on the Blog

January 7, 2025

Backcountry Beginners: How to Secure a Mount Rainier Backcountry Permit

With nearly two million visitors to the park every year, many seek out backcountry park experiences when they’re in search of solitude. Usually, overnight camping or backpacking in the backcountry requires some advanced planning. Start here if you want to camp in the backcountry of Mount Rainier!

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January 6, 2025

A Summer of Science for Interns at Olympic National Park

At Olympic National Park, a group of dedicated Scientists in Parks interns contributed to interpretation programs and scientific research efforts this past summer. If you visited the park this summer, you may have interacted with them! Learn about their work and how WNPF donors supported these positions.

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December 31, 2024

What to Do in Washington’s National Parks This Winter

We know that it can be intimidating figuring out what there is to do and how exactly to do it when snow is falling and major roads are closing. Check out the WNPF team's recommendations on how to experience our parks in the winter months.

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December 18, 2024

Exploring Historic Photos of North Cascades National Park

In a virtual field trip, North Cascades Museum Curator, Sam Richert, took us through archived historical photos of North Cascades National Park, specifically the Cascade Pass area, and showcased how we can access these photo collections online - a project made possible by WNPF donors!

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December 10, 2024

Fee-Free Days: Everything You Need to Know

As a new year approaches, the National Park Service announces their fee-free days for the upcoming year. But what exactly does "fee-free" mean? This blog lists out free national park entrance days and explains how the NPS is celebrating!

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November 25, 2024

Preserving the Parks in Perpetuity: National Park Endowments

At WNPF, we take immense pride in being the philanthropic heart supporting the state's three national parks. Central to our mission are our national park endowments, funds that are invested for the long run, playing a crucial role in securing the future of these cherished parks. Learn about preserving the parks...

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Two people looking at a lake with mountains in the background.

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Our Impact at a Glance

$10 million

awarded to the parks

30+ projects

completed annually

$1 million

invested in trails

2,200 volunteers

funded each year

See Your Impact

Talk about impact: Volunteers provide 70,000 hours of volunteer service every year as part of Mount Rainier National Park’s Volunteer Program, a program for which WNPF provides the largest portion of funding – roughly 2/3 – year over year. We are proud to support impactful volunteer programs in all three of Washington’s national parks, enabling individuals to give back to the parks they love in more ways than one.

Partners for the Parks

Our work to raise private support for Washington’s national parks would not be possible without our partners. This tradition of giving is what keeps these parks going strong.

Meet Our Partners