Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy - Presidio Trust

For more than 30 years, the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancyhas been known for its vision, the quality of its programming andits care of historic landmarks and natural areas. It is regarded asthe most effective and accomplished nonprofit support organization in thenational park system and a model for parks and public lands around theworld.Golden GateNational ParksConservancyThe Parks Conservancy’s most significant accomplishments blend the talentsand resources of the public, nonprofit and private sectors. In this collaborativeenvironment, it has time and again successfully implemented projects rangingfrom $1 million to close to $150 million.Key Advantages of the Parks ConservancyShared Values. The mission and values of the Presidio Trust and ParksConservancy are closely aligned. Both organizations offer vital programsand services to the region, nation and beyond. Both organizations arededicated to preserving and interpreting historic landmarks, transformingparklands, serving diverse audiences and providing high quality educationalexperiences for all visitors.Knowledge of the Presidio. The Conservancy has been intimately involved inthe Presidio since the base closure announcement in 1989. Since then, it haspartnered with the Presidio Trust and National Park Service on park planning,visitor services, programming and capital campaigns directly in support ofPresidio Trust and National Park Service goals.Relevant Experience. The Parks Conservancy has the skills, commitment andcreativity to develop and manage the PX project, while protecting the sensitiveresources of the Crissy Field area. The Parks Conservancy has developedand implemented many community programs through the Crissy Field Centerand Institute at the Golden Gate, offers interactive learning experienceson Alcatraz, has designed, built and operated visitor-serving facilities,produces educational programs for K-12 students, operates retail and foodservice operations, manages large-scale public events, and undertakes siteimprovement projects in the Presidio and the Golden Gate National Parks.27