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National Association of State Park Foundations 2026 Conference

Confluence & Connection

Where ideas meet - and turn to action

Join state park foundation leaders and partners from across North America for a hands-on conference focused on fundraising, partnerships, and scaling what works.

Why Attend
  • Learn what’s working across states and provinces
  • Build relationships with agency and foundation leaders
  • Leave with tools you can implement immediately

Featured Leaders & Speakers

  • Jamie Kelley – Chief Philanthropy Officer, National Parks Foundation
  • Ron Olson – former MI State Parks Director and NASPD Leader
  • Nathan Chappell – National speaker and expert in AI for Nonprofits
  • Mary Snyder – Storytelling Strategist for In-person Major Donor Fundraising
  • Joan Kowalski – President of Bob Ross Inc. (Run for the Trees Partner)
  • Leadership from California State Parks Foundation, BC Parks Foundation, and Texas Parks & Wildlife

+ additional speakers to be announced

Who Should Attend

  • State park foundation leaders and staff
  • State park agency partners and directors
  • Nonprofit leaders focused on conservation and public lands

AGENDA

Secure your spot at the early bird rate

Costs:

  • $325 Members - Early Bird Full Conference Registration
  • $350 Non-Members - Early Bird Full Conference Registration
  • $150 One-Day Tuesday Leadership and Partnership Day

Full Conference Registration

Leadership and Partnership Day Registration  

The Centennial: Modern Comfort in Downtown Spokane, WA

Lodging Information:

The Centennial Hotel

303 W North River Drive

Spokane, WA 99201

(509) 326-8000

Rates are $105 per night plus taxes and fees. 

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