The NFF works with communities and organizations to conserve and enhance the watersheds, wildlife habitat and wild places across our 193-million-acre National Forest System.

Mission

The National Forest Foundation (NFF), chartered by Congress, engages Americans in community-based and national programs that promote the health and public enjoyment of the 193-million-acre National Forest System, and administers private gifts of funds and land for the benefit of the National Forests.

Our Values

Our National Forests and Grasslands are at the core of America's natural riches, and yet, today these treasures are threatened by unprecedented challenges. Working with the U.S. Forest Service and partners, our goal is to leverage our best thinking, conservation capacity and community action to measurably improve the health of our National Forests and Grasslands.

Core values guide our work. In all of our strategies, we strive to:
-Unite the power of diverse interests and communities in collaborative stewardship;
-Restore ecosystems to their natural resiliency and functions through on-the-ground conservation;
-Engage Americans, young and old, in recognizing the gifts of our National Forests and Grasslands and in caring for them;
-Sustain the commitment and ability of communities to serve as stewards by building the capacity of collaborative organizations; and
-Add value where action would not otherwise be taken.

Health Care

National Forest Foundation

Mary Mitsos

Jeff Zanelli

Melissa B Richards

Seth Maristuen

Sarah Di Vittorio

Rebecca Davidson

Patrick Shannon

Mindy Crowell

Marcus Selig

Katharyn Duffy

Jessica McCutcheon

Hannah Featherman

Dania Gutierrez

Corey Whitely

Charles (Chad) Weiss

Adam Liljeblad

The Program Management team at the National Forest Foundation is responsible for overseeing and coordinating various conservation initiatives across multiple regions. This team ensures that programs align with the NFF's mission to enhance and protect the National Forest System by managing projects, fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders, and leveraging resources to restore ecosystems and engage communities in stewardship efforts. Through strategic planning and implementation, the team drives impactful actions that address the challenges facing America’s forests and grasslands.

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