People of Interest

Blown Away by Nature: How One Artist Turns Glass into Good

Robert Bank Glass has crafted his glass art into something good. Through a unique partnership with WNPF, his glass leaf pendants are supporting the parks he loves. Learn why he's giving back and how you can buy a one-of-a-kind "Leaf No Trace" pendant.

Thank a Ranger: Notes of Gratitude for Washington’s National Parks

With our Thank a Ranger page, supporters have a chance to say thank you to the dedicated park staff in return.  WNPF is collecting heartfelt messages that we’ll share directly with the rangers, volunteers, maintenance workers, and other staff who help protect Mount Rainier, North Cascades, and Olympic National Parks.

Trailblazers: Donor Engagement Manager, Lisa Drake

Meet Lisa Drake, our newest staff member at Washington’s National Park Fund! Lisa brings her passion for parks and background in community engagement to her role as Donor Engagement Manager.

Tacoma-Fuji: A Story of Mountains and Connection

As Japanese immigrants arrived in Seattle, many found comfort in Mount Rainier's striking resemblance to Mount Fuji in Japan. Learn about the connection that Japanese immigrants had with Mount Rainier in the late 19th century and how it grew into a formal, first-of-its-kind friendship.

Rosalie Edge: A Fierce Advocate for Olympic National Park

In celebration of Women's History Month, WNPF is highlighting a name that you may not be familiar with: Rosalie Edge. She may not be recognizable, but her work is all around us - especially at Olympic National Park!

Leadership in Action: A Day with Mount Rainier National Park’s Superintendent

Our staff member, Kristen, visited Mount Rainier last year for a unique outing: shadowing Superintendent, Greg Dugeon! Step into the shoes of a superintendent in one of Washington's national parks.

Exploring the Parks through Math Maps with Traveling Miss T.

WNPF Creative Partner, Traveling Miss T. is engaging students in math and national park exploration through Math Maps! Learn about this fun partnership and how you can get the junior ranger in your life excited about national parks and maps!

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.

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...