About Us
Who is the National Forest Foundation and what’s Friends of the Forest?®
The National Forest Foundation …
Who We Are
The National Forest Foundation (NFF) brings people together to protect our National Forests and Grasslands. As a nonprofit partner of the Forest Service, we engage America in community-based and national programs that promote the health and public enjoyment of the National Forest System. We also administer private gifts of funds and land for the benefit of the National Forests.
In helping the Forest Service fulfill its mission to "care for the land and serve people," we work in close collaboration with citizens, communities and partner organizations around the country. We believe that communities should play a role in determining the future of the 192 million acres that make up our National Forests and Grasslands.
What We Do
The NFF is the only conservation organization wholly focused on addressing the challenges that face National Forests. It stands apart from other organizations through its commitment to facilitating local involvement and encouraging grassroots participation in forest stewardship.
The NFF provides financial support to our partner organizations and provides funds to quadruple the total contribution to numerous conservation initiatives. Involving a variety of stakeholders in forest stewardship provides further leverage by expanding the number and quality of skills dedicated to ensuring successful outcomes. You, as a “Friend” and active supporter of the NFF can be confident that your contribution will support a wide variety of projects focused on protecting and restoring our National Forests.
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…and Friends of the Forest?
The Friends of the Forest program helps the NFF and the Forest Service communicate with citizens who are concerned about the health of our National Forests, who are interested in recreational opportunities, and who enjoy learning about the natural resources on the 192 million acres within the National Forest System.
When you become a “Friend” you will receive tree-mail™, a monthly electronic newsletter, and will have access to the Friends of the Forest Web site, full of great information about your National Forests. But being a “Friend” is more than that. By becoming more aware of the opportunities and issues available on our National Forests, you are joining millions of other people as part of a powerful constituency of forest users and supporters. Together, we can care for our forests and ensure that they remain wonderful resources for the generations to come!
National Forest Foundation
Building 27, Suite 3
Fort Missoula Road
Missoula, MT 59804
406-542-2805
