PLEASE CONSIDER MAKING AN EXTRA DONATION TO THE FRIENDS OF MARYLAND STATE PARKS.
No contribution is too small for our Small Grants Program, your
dollars will support state park Conservation & Education activities
The Friends of Maryland State Parks (FMSP) is a statewide non-profit, all volunteer, citizen’s 501©(3) organization (FED ID# 52-2049562) formed in 1997 to preserve, protect, enhance and advocate for our state parks — one of Maryland’s most precious treasures. We believe state parks are public lands that belong to “all citizens” and future generations.
The FMSP Foundation focuses on investments in our state parks that provide: environmental education & stewardship, nature programs for children and healthy lifestyles for park visitors.
Our Vision
To raise the awareness and appreciation of the “quality of life” benefits associated with the preservation, protection, improvement, and expansion of our Maryland State Parks for current and future generations.
Our Mission
To develop a constituency of citizens and elected representatives and officials who believe in the advocacy and support of our Maryland State Parks.
