People of Interest

Parks are Top of Mind: Rainier Watch's Beanie Collaboration with WNPF

Rainier Watch has always had a passion for Washington's mountains, which has resulted in a committed partnership with WNPF. Learn about their work and the "For The Parks" collaboration beanie that's benefitting Mount Rainier, North Cascades, and Olympic National Parks.

Meet Our Creative Partners

We are fortunate to have a host of talented creative professionals who donate their images and videos of the sights, tranquility and power of our cherished Mount Rainier, North Cascades, and Olympic National Parks. Meet the photographers and videographers who help us bring our parks to you.

Climb for a Cause: A Detailed Account of Climbing Mount Shuksan

A group of board members and staff embarked on a challending climb of Mount Shuksan, all while raising $15K for projects in the North Cascades. Read a detailed account of what it takes to climb this peak.

Illuminating the Pacific Northwest: Good & Well's Commitment to Preserving Public Lands

Seattle's homegrown candle company, Good & Well Supply Co., has always had a burning passion for nature and a profound commitment to preserving the natural wonders of the PNW. Learn about their work and the Washington national park-themed candle pack that's benefitting the parks that the scents were inspired by.

Training for the Trails: Becoming a Mount Rainier Meadow Rover

Mount Rainier Meadow Rover Volunteers – made possible by donors to Washington’s National Park Fund – is a priority of the park because it ensure visitors are safe and educated, and as a result, the park is protected. hear about what training is like and howdonors keep this program going.

Mountain Made: Honoring Ian Cox through Search and Rescue in National Parks

The Dick's-A-Thon is a classic Seattle event created in honor of Ian Cox, a mountaineer whose legacy lives on in the mountains. This event funds safer access to the outdoors through WNPF, The Mountaineers, and local SAR organizations who supported Ian's search.

Reflecting on a Decade of Service to Washington’s National Parks

Laurie Ward is retiring following an incredible decade of service to Mount Rainier, North Cascades, and Olympic National Parks. She shares her reflections on what the time has meant to her, and what comes next for the Fund.

Getting Our People Onto the Mountain: An All-Native Climb of Mount Rainier (Tahoma)

One of WNPF's key priorities is giving access and opportunities to experience the parks in meaningful ways to communities that are traditionally underrepresented in these places, and we are proud to partner with Rachel Heaton, member of the Muckleshoot Tribe and descendant of the Duwamish people, to advance this goal...

The James M. Lea Foundation: A Legacy of Gratitude in Supporting Washington's National Parks

The James M. Lea Foundation has been instrumental in preserving the beauty of Washington's three national parks through it's support of WNPF. We're grateful for the good work that it does in memory of its namesake, celebrating its remarkable contributions and the impact it has made on these beloved parks.