Chugging along tirelessly and quietly on the periphery of your favorite national park, trail, or monument are gateway communities—communities that both enhance and rely on public lands. When our national parks thrive, so do the economies of nearby towns, where visitors enjoy a sweet stroll through surrounding ice cream parlors, sandwich nooks, gift-filled boutiques, and more. |
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Photo: Christian Collins/Flickr |
Our national parks are among our nation’s greatest legacies—but today, they face serious threats. The latest federal budget proposal includes more than $1 billion in cuts to the National Park Service and removal of sites from the park system. Congress has the final say in our federal budget. Urge lawmakers to protect our national parks! |
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America’s national monuments tell powerful stories—some ancient, some awe-inspiring, and some completely unexpected. From red rock canyons and sacred Tribal lands to fossil beds older than dinosaurs, these treasured places capture who we are—and what we stand to lose if we don’t protect them. But how much do you really know about them? |
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The administration’s 2026 budget proposal includes a devastating rollback of the Great American Outdoors Act—putting the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) at risk. LWCF has protected millions of acres and expanded outdoor access at no taxpayer cost. These cuts would derail urgent land protection projects, restrict access, and undo decades of progress. Urge Congress to defend LWCF funding now! |
👣 Calling all park lovers, nature explorers, and outdoor enthusiasts (we’re looking at you, John). You can now connect more people to the outdoors by fundraising for TPL’s mission. Whether it’s your birthday, a celebration, or walking to your favorite park, the money you raise will support transformational projects in communities nationwide. It takes just a few easy steps to get started. |
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The lands we love, from treasured parks to nearby trails, deserve lasting protection. When you include Trust for Public Land in your long-term plans, you can help protect these special places and leave a legacy that lasts for generations. See how simple it can be to make a lasting impact. Download your complimentary estate planning kit today to get started. |
From parks and pathways to playgrounds and preserved lands, find stunning TPL projects from coast to coast. Can you guess where this is and how it's associated with TPL's work? |
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The Travel: Americans Rejoice as Plan to Sell National Parks to Pay for Trump's Budget Takes Surprising Turn |
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Fast Company: Innovative Parks Aren't Just Bold Urban Design—They Lower the Temperature in Cities |
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Advisory board members are TPL advocates, ambassadors, and donors who help increase our impact through philanthropy, advocacy, connections, and strategic guidance. |
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Connecting everyone to the outdoors. We create parks and protect public land where they’re needed most so that everyone will have access to the benefits and joys of the outdoors for generations to come. |
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