About Us

Chartered by Congress, the National Forest Foundation was created with a simple mission: bring people together to restore and enhance National Forests and Grasslands.

Photo by Kellon Spencer
NFF staff leadership speaks with a group of stakeholders and partners at a project site. NFF staff leadership speaks with a group of stakeholders and partners at a project site.

National Forests are where we balance what we take with what we leave behind for all Americans. We are national in scope, local in practice and generational in impact.

Dieter Fenkart-Froeschl
President & CEO, National Forest Foundation

Our Impact

2025 Activities Report

Last year, the NFF increased our on-the-ground investments by 40%—that is $102.5M for the forests, waters, and trails that make our public lands treasured landscapes.

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Earth Corps doing trail work at Lake 22; project supported by REI
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How We Work
Lead with shared impact
We connect communities, industries, and agencies to increase effectiveness together.
Find a way
We adapt fast so that we can always add value—no matter the job.
Respect every voice
We listen deeply, collaborate, and consider “we” over “me” to shape impactful solutions.
Serve future generations
We work today so that everyone can experience and enjoy forests forever.

Our Leadership

The NFF’s 160+ staff members across 43 states work alongside a dedicated Board of Directors to turn America’s love of nature into action for National Forests and Grasslands.

Meet the Team

NFF hard hat.
Photo by Jelly Cocanougher

See The Impact Your Support Makes

Every year, we’re accountable to our forests and the communities they support, and every year, our Annual Report shows what we can accomplish together.

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Photo by Janessa Anderson

Our Forests Need Us Today.

Your donation powers critical, on-the-ground conservation—from wildfire recovery to watershed restoration—protecting forests for the future.