Who We Are
We’re a nonprofit dedicated to preserving Yosemite’s resources and providing enriching visitor experiences in the park. Our philanthropic partnership with Yosemite goes back more than 95 years.
What We Do
With support from people like you, we help visitors connect with Yosemite through adventures, volunteering and the arts, and we fund grants for high-priority projects, including restoration, educational programs and research.
COVID-19 Updates
For information regarding our response to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, including adjustments to our programs in the park, please read our COVID-19 update page.
Our Impact
Thanks to supporters, we’ve provided over $140 million to Yosemite for more than 700 completed projects. Donor gifts help improve trails, restore habitat, protect wildlife, inspire the next generation of nature-lovers and more. Explore our funding areas to see current and past projects.-
Trail Rehabilitation
& Access
Trail Rehabilitation
& Access -
Wildlife
Management
Wildlife
Management
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Habitat
Restoration
Habitat
Restoration -
Scientific
Research
Scientific
Research
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Cultural &
Historic Preservation
Cultural &
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Visitor
Services & Education
Visitor
Services & Education
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Youth in
Yosemite
Youth in
Yosemite -
Past
Projects
Experience the park
Upcoming Programs
Watercolor with Bridgette Meinhold
Yosemite Valley
Observe and appreciate the natural world through art in this watercolor class. Bridgette Meinhold will teach you simple skills that
05/23/2022 - 05/27/2022
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Painting and Printmaking with Sue Fierston: Class 1
Happy Isles Art and Nature Center
In this hands-on art class, you’ll combine two fun artistic techniques to celebrate late-spring scenery in Yosemite Valley. Artist Sue
05/30/2022 - 06/03/2022
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Adventure Combo: Hike and Stargaze #1
Yosemite Valley
Program Overview: Explore Yosemite’s vibrant summer season — by day and by night! On this combo adventure, you’ll make the
06/03/2022
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