Parks California

IT’S IN OUR

NATURE

Parks California is on a mission to make our state parks and public lands welcoming, inclusive and climate-resilient spaces where all people throughout California truly feel at home.

By expanding funding for innovative programs, amenities, and resources, Parks California works to improve park experiences for all visitors while protecting the natural diversity of our 280 state parks.

EXPAND

Park Resources

Generate new funding sources to improve park visitor amenities and expand capacity.

ATTRACT

New Visitors

Engage younger, more diverse visitors to parks and public lands.

PARTNER

on Improvements

Collaborate with public and private partners to foster authentic connections to nature.

GIVE NOW, DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT

Every journey begins with a first step — and this season, yours keeps California’s parks ready for exploration. Thanks to generous donors, every gift made will be matched 1:1 making your investment go twice as far.

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END THE YEAR WITH PURPOSE

Your year-end gift, whether through your IRA, a donor advised fund or other financial tools, can make a long-term difference for California’s parks.

EXPLORE TAX-SMART GIVING

Welcome New Grantees to Arts in California Parks

More than $2.6 million in grants has been awarded to 30 organizations that, together with artists, culture bearers, California Native American tribes and communities, will inspire and bring artwork into our local parks to offer perspective on our past and present.

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We're Just Getting Started: 2024 Annual Report

Our community fuels the progress we’re proud to share — from riverbeds to ridgelines, communities across California are removing barriers, restoring habitats and building parks where everyone belongs.

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Renew LA Fund

Help accelerate natural renewal in our state parks and revitalize LA's storied landscapes.

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SUPPORT PARKS CALIFORNIA

Together, we will make sure state parks remain resilient while meeting the evolving, lifelong needs of everyone in California. Join our community of incredible supporters at the level that works for you.