Mission
Friends of State Parks, Inc. exercises its private sector nonprofit abilities to add value to NC's park system in areas where government action may be restricted such as
- creating and maintaining a membership program focused on supporting state parks
- providing outreach on issues affecting state parks
- advocating to improve the state parks system
- coordinating a volunteer workforce to support programs and other initiatives
- leveraging private sector contracting mechanism to address urgent, innovative or singular needs not suited to government purchasing processes
- partnering with other organizations and private companies to achieve a shared objective
- stimulating and unifying local Friends groups
- raising money to enhance government funding
- providing a means to request and administer legacy gifts or other investment opportunities
How do we accomplish our mission?
HOW:
• Communicating with the NC State Parks & Recreation division, park rangers, state legislators, local chapters and
the general public about concerns, needs and issues affecting state parks.
• Leveraging independent, nonprofit capabilities to address needs in areas where government action
may be restricted.
• Raising money to complement government funding for park improvements and education initiatives.
LOCAL SUPPORT:
• Providing financial, legal and outreach resources to local Friends chapters and bringing chapters together for
membership meetings.
• Engaging local communities by maintaining membership and sponsorship programs focused on supporting our
state parks and projects.
• Coordinating volunteer efforts to support programs, events and other park initiatives.
• Providing a means to request and manage legacy gifts and other investment opportunities.
EDUCATION:
• Promoting healthy, outdoor recreational opportunities at NC state parks.
• Encouraging youth involvement in parks through environmental education programs.
• Developing initiatives to increase the diversity and inclusiveness of state park use.
| Friends of State Parks, Inc. is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization (tax idnetification number 58-1634155) under the section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations are tax deductible as allowed by law. © 2019 Friends of State Parks, Inc. All Rights Reserved | Friends of State Parks, Inc. PO Box 182 Bethania, NC 27010 919-880-3604 executivedirector@ncfsp.org |
