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National Parks Traveler Received Nearly $90,000 In Support

By Kurt Repanshek - January 11th, 2022

Supporters of the National Parks Traveler, from individuals to friends organizations and businesses, donated nearly $90,000 to the nonprofit news organization during its year-end fundraising campaign.

"Though we fell just short of our $100,000 goal for the campaign, the $89,248 we received was an incredible outpouring and was more than double what the Traveler received during its 2020 campaign," said Editor Kurt Repanshek. "These are much-needed funds to help the Traveler expand its coverage of national parks and protected areas."

The support ranged from $5 in recurring monthly donations all the way up to $14,000 the news organization qualified to receive through the NewsMatch campaign, a national drive to raise charitable dollars for nonprofit media organizations.

More than 300 donations were received during the campaign. Organizations that provided support included the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation, the Everglades Foundation, Friends of Acadia, the Grand Teton National Park Foundation, the Great Smoky Mountains Association, the National Parks Conservation Association, the Potrero Group, Ranger Doug Enterprises, Washington's National Park Fund, Wild Tribute, the Yosemite Conservancy, and Ziga Media.

National Parks Traveler's year-end fundraiser.
"It's no secret that many media organizations are in trouble due to the loss of advertising revenues to on-line giants like Amazon, Facebook, and Google," Repanshek said. "The support we receive throughout the year enables us to fill a news niche by focusing on national parks and protected areas on a daily basis. These lands belong to the American public, and it's important that you have a source you can turn to not only for help to plan your park vacations, but to learn how they're being managed.

"In the months ahead, we hope to build on the success of this campaign so we can bring you more information and news about America's Best Idea," he said.

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Your support for the National Parks Traveler comes at a time when news organizations are finding it hard, if not impossible, to stay in business. Traveler's work is vital. For nearly two decades we've provided essential coverage of national parks and protected areas. With the Trump administration’s determination to downsize the federal government, and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum’s approach to public lands focused on energy exploration, it’s clear the Traveler will have much to cover in the months and years ahead. We know of no other news organization that provides such broad coverage of national parks and protected areas on a daily basis. Your support is greatly appreciated.

 

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A copy of National Parks Traveler's financial statements may be obtained by sending a stamped, self-addressed envelope to: National Parks Traveler, P.O. Box 980452, Park City, Utah 84098. National Parks Traveler was formed in the state of Utah for the purpose of informing and educating about national parks and protected areas.

Residents of the following states may obtain a copy of our financial and additional information as stated below:

  • Florida: A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION FOR NATIONAL PARKS TRAVELER, (REGISTRATION NO. CH 51659), MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING 800-435-7352 OR VISITING THEIR WEBSITE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.
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  • Maryland: Documents and information submitted under the Maryland Solicitations Act are also available, for the cost of postage and copies, from the Secretary of State, State House, Annapolis, MD 21401 (410-974-5534).
  • North Carolina: Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 888-830-4989 or 919-807-2214. The license is not an endorsement by the State.
  • Pennsylvania: The official registration and financial information of National Parks Traveler may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling 800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.
  • Virginia: Financial statements are available from the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, 102 Governor Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219.
  • Washington: National Parks Traveler is registered with Washington State’s Charities Program as required by law and additional information is available by calling 800-332-4483 or visiting www.sos.wa.gov/charities, or on file at Charities Division, Office of the Secretary of State, State of Washington, Olympia, WA 98504.

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