Last Thursday, we gave thanks. 
Over the weekend we celebrated the beauty of nature by opting outside. 
Tomorrow, Dec. 1, it's time to give back.

You can support our Virginia State Parks through the Virginia Association for Parks (VAFP)

1. Join the VAFP

Show your support for our Virginia State Parks through the work of the Virginia Association for Parks a non-profit, 501(c)(3) charitable organization. There are several membership options including a free membership, a sustaining membership of $10 for individuals and $20 for organizations, as well as Silver, Gold and Platinum memberships. You can join online via credit card or mail in a membership application (PDF).

2. Donate to VAFP Projects

From playground equipment to visitor center exhibits to just a general donation, you can select the VAFP project you would like to support. The VAFP offers honor and memorial gifts placed in a Virginia State Park as well. Find out more here.

3. Support the VAFP through your purchases at Amazon and Kroger

The VAFP is a registered charity for both the Amazon Smile giving program and Kroger's Community Rewards Program.

Learn more about Amazon Smile and register here. Select the Virginia Association for Parks as your charity here. Once you sign in, just login in to Amazon with this URL: http://smile.amazon.com/. Other than the special URL, everything else is exactly like the regular Amazon.com site.

Sign up for the Kroger Community Rewards Program here. Every time you use your Kroger card when you check out, the VAFP will receive a donation. 

4. Commonwealth of Virginia employee? Support Virginia Association for Parks in the Combined Virginia Campaign. Simply direct your contribution to the VAFP. Their CVC code is 03891. 

5. Volunteer

The VAFP is completely supported by volunteers - there is no paid staff, In fact their overhead percentage is 0%. We would love to find members interested in supporting the work of the VAFP which includes assisting our many "Friends of" organizations and by talking to members of the General Assembly about the value and needs of Virginia State Parks. Find contact information here.