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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. 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

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Friends of State Parks, Inc. | PO Box 182 | Bethania, NC 27010 | 919-880-3604 | executivedirector@ncfsp.org


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