Meet National Park Trust

Kids Need Parks. Parks Need Kids.

National Park Trust is a nonprofit dedicated to protecting national park land and removing barriers so people of all ages can experience these places. Our vision is to build lasting connections to nature and help care for them long term.

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26th Bruce F. Vento Public Service Award

National Park Trust Honors Congressman Joe Neguse (CO)

This prestigious national award recognizes an elected official for their exemplary service, skill, and innovation in protecting and preserving our country’s public lands and waters.

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Protecting Our Public Lands

Preserving History at Monocacy National Battlefield

Strategic acquisition fills a critical gap in park boundaries and protects an important piece of Civil War history.

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National Park Trust Honors Congressman Joe Neguse (CO-2nd District) With 26th Bruce F. Vento Public Service Award

On June 3rd, National Park Trust honored Congressman Joe Neguse (CO-2) with 26th Bruce F. Vento Public Service Award in Washington, DC.

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Iconic Monument at Monocacy National Battlefield Commemorates Vermont Soldiers’ role in Civil War

National Park Trust and the National Park Service (NPS) have announced the successful acquisition of a critical parcel inside Monocacy National Battlefield in Maryland.

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National Park Trust Celebrates 16th Anniversary of National Kids to Parks Day on Saturday, May 16, 2026

On Saturday, May 16, 2026, National Park Trust will commemorate the 16th anniversary of Kids to Parks Day. This grassroots national day of park appreciation encourages kids and families to discover, explore, and celebrate their local, state, and national parks.

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National Park Trust Announces New Partnership with Kids Snack Company The Maple Brothers to Support Youth Outdoor Programs

National Park Trust is proud to announce a new partnership with The Maple Brothers, an emerging maple-powered snack brand on a mission to reconnect kids to nature through food, stories, and experiences.

Buddy Bison field trips connect our classroom lessons to real outdoor experiences—creating the ‘light bulb’ moments every teacher loves.

- Kortney Bryant-Williams, 2nd grade teacher, Bryant Elementary (GA)

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Our Impact

$33 MM

Value of lands protected and added to the National Park Service

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National park sites expanded across the country

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