All Ways to Give | Cal Parks

From becoming a member to gifting a membership, there are plenty of ways for you to help protect and preserve the California state park system for the benefit of all. See all the ways you can support California State Parks Foundation’s work below.  

     

           

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Chino Hills State Park wildflowers

MEMBERSHIP

Add your voice to the tens of thousands of members of California State Parks Foundation — the first independent statewide nonprofit organization working to protect, enhance, and advocate for the parks we all love. Join with a contribution of $25 or more per year and you'll receive all of the benefits of membership including tote bag, sticker, 10% camping discount, member Parklands newsletter, event invitations, and more. 

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MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP  

Monthly giving is an easy way to make a big impact. Your reliable monthly support will ensure that we have the resources to protect, improve, and advocate for all of California’s state parks – today and in the future. 

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Humboldt Redwoods SP

RENEW MEMBERSHIP 

Your continued support will make a difference for California state parks. Renew with a contribution of $25 or more per year and you'll receive all of the benefits of membership including 10% camping discount, member Parklands newsletter, event invitations, and more. 

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Chino Hills State Park wild flowers

CALIFORNIANS LEADERSHIP CIRCLE  

As a member of the Californians Leadership Circle, you can help shape the future of our magnificent parks as one of their most valued leaders. Membership begins with a donation of $1,000 or more, and benefits include invitations to special events, a California Explorer annual parks pass, and more.

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DONOR ADVISED FUNDS 

Donor-Advised Funds (DAF) are a convenient way to simplify your charitable giving to California State Parks Foundation. DAFs are the fastest-growing giving method and a tax-efficient way to manage your charitable donations.

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GIFT OF STOCK 

Not all donations have to be cash based. Consider donating appreciated stock, bonds, or mutual funds to benefit our work on behalf of state parks. You may additionally benefit by eliminating capital gains taxes and receiving an income tax deduction.

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D.L. Bliss State Park

DONATE  

Our donors enable us to continue our steadfast support of California’s state parks. Contribute to the fight to protect and preserve California's state parks, for the benefit of all. Donations are fully tax-deductible. 

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GIFT MEMBERSHIP 

Give the gift of protecting and preserving California state parks to a loved one! California State Parks Foundation gift memberships start at just $25, and your gift recipient will receive all the benefits of membership.

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Father and daughter at Point Dume State Park

LEAVE A LEGACY GIFT 

Now you can write the story of your legacy and make it one of love for the stunning natural beauty and fascinating history in California’s state parks. Your legacy gift puts your story at the center of our work to ensure that these wonders are here to contemplate and admire not just today but for years to come.

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McArthur Burney Falls State Park

INSTITUTIONAL GIVING 

Our corporate and foundation partners are an essential part of our community of supporters. Learn how your organization can get involved. 

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WORKPLACE GIVING 

You can double your donation to California State Parks Foundation when your employer matches your gift! Many employers will match donations made by their employees to support an organization of the employee’s choice.

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OUR PROMISE CALIFORNIA  

Did you know that we partner with Our Promise California State Employees Giving at Work? If you work for the State of California or at one of more than 250 local companies like SMUD, Target, or Nationwide, you can choose to give a portion of your paycheck to help us protect and preserve California’s state parks for the benefit of all.

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Castle Crags State Park

DONATE BY MAIL 

Support state parks via mail! We accept checks, money orders, cash, DAF, IRA, and auto bill pay contributions at our gift center.

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Oceano Dunes

VEHICLE DONATION

Support state parks by donating your vehicle through our partnership with CARS (Charitable Adult Rides & Services). Whether it's a car, truck, RV, or boat, your donation will help enhance access to state parks and support vital conservation efforts!