Support Missouri’s State Parks
We can help you help Missouri State Parks
Be part of our mission to create and sustain Missouri’s outstanding state parks, trails, and historic sites. Your support strengthens our ability to protect natural beauty, preserve history, and provide outdoor experiences for every generation.
The Missouri State Parks Foundation is an IRS-qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 43-1940611). We work closely with donors to help them maximize both the impact of their gifts and the tax benefits of charitable giving.
Target Your Impact — or Support Them All
You can choose to make a difference at a specific park or project that matters most to you, or join us in strengthening Missouri’s entire state park system. Every gift helps protect natural beauty, preserve history, and expand outdoor opportunities across the state. See our opportunities below to donate online of by mail to :
Missouri State Parks Foundation
P.O. Box 1002
Columbia, MO 65205
Don’t see a park or project - contact us for personalized assistance.
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General Donation
Support All State Parks
By making a general donation to Missouri State Parks, you provide vital support for needs as they arise at parks and historic sites across the state.
Many important projects—restoring trails, preserving historic landmarks, improving visitor facilities—would not be possible without the generosity of donors like you.
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Don Robinson State Park
Vistitor Center
By donating today, you are supporting the restoration of Don Robinson’s home—transforming it into a visitor center that will welcome and inspire future generations at Don Robinson State Park.
Your gift will preserve the legacy of Don Robinson while creating a gathering place where visitors can learn, explore, and connect with the unique natural beauty he worked so hard to protect.
Be part of this legacy—donate now and help us open the doors to the future of Don Robinson State Park.
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Rock Island Trail State Park
Be part of building Missouri’s next great trail.
Your donation supports the development and restoration of the Rock Island corridor, transforming former rail lines into a 144-mile trail that will connect communities, expand recreation, and preserve history across the state.
With your help, we can create a world-class destination for hikers, cyclists, and families—linking to the Katy Trail and strengthening Missouri’s place as a national leader in outdoor recreation.
Donate today and help bring the Rock Island Trail to life for generations to come.
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Bennett Spring State Park
Bennett Spring State Park turned 100 in 2024!
To honor this milestone, the Foundation is raising funds to build a new shelter that will serve visitors for the next century.
Your support will help celebrate the park’s rich history while creating a lasting space for families, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts to gather and enjoy Missouri’s natural beauty.
Join us in marking 100 years of Bennett Spring by making a gift today.
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Harry S Truman Birthplace State Historic Site
The Foundation is raising funds to build a new shelter and restroom facility at this site—enhancing comfort, accessibility, and the overall visitor experience. As the birthplace of Missouri’s own son, President Harry S. Truman, this historic site preserves his legacy and tells the story of a leader whose roots ran deep in our state’s history.
General Guidelines for Gift Acceptance
Five (5) percent of each restricted gift will be used to fund the core operations which make restricted programs possible.
For more information about our gift acceptance guidelines, please click here.
Thank you for your support!
