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WELCOME TO

Cabrillo National Monument Foundation

We are dedicated to preserving Cabrillo National Monument's cultural and natural heritage. Through educational programs, conservation efforts, and community engagement, we aim to foster understanding, pride, and sustainable stewardship of this iconic landmark. Join us in celebrating and ensuring the long-term vitality of Cabrillo National Monument.

VISIT THE PARK

Discover Nature, Culture, and Fun!

What We Fund

As a philanthropic partner of the National Park Service, CNMF funds the greatest needs of Cabrillo National Monument such as programs and activities that:

In order for the Foundation and the Park to continue making an impact for visitors, the San Diego community, and our youth, we need your support. Your taxes and entrance fees just cannot cover all the essential Park needs, so with generous contributions from park lovers like you, the Foundation makes these programs happen. 

Ways to Get Involved

Become a Member

  • Choose from a variety of benefits per household. Get store discounts member event tickets and early bird invitations to special events!

Park Luminaries

  • One-year Cabrillo Park Pass

    15% discount instore

    Unlimited tickets to member events

    Early bird invitation to fundraising,appreciation + exclusive events

    Two tickets to an exclusive Luminary Society event

Cabrillo Legacy

  • A special group who have shown their support with a legacy gift to the Foundation. A legacy gift is a lasting investment from a will, trust, or retirement account to ensure that the Foundation can continue to provide support to SanDiego’s only National Park.

Tributes

  • Honoring those who loved, have special memories, or have a passion for Cabrillo National Monument.

$224,000+

In 2023, over $224,000 from CNMF store sales, grants, and donations supported programs and activities at Cabrillo National Monument. 

1 million

Almost 1 million people visit Cabrillo National Monument each year. We hope you are next 😊

800 Native Plants

In 2023, supplies funded by CNMF, over 1453 bags of invasive plants were removed from Cabrillo National Monument and over 800 native plants were planted around the Park.

Follow us @cnmfoundation

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CNMF is proud to stand with @nationalparkfoundation, the National Park Friends Alliance, and 117 fellow park organizations calling on Congress to renew the #LegacyRestorationFund. 🏞🙌 Together, we are protecting the places that define America&mdash
One year ago today, CNMF welcomed the first visitors onto the Oceanside Trail. 🥾🌊 This trail was years in the making and came to life because people—park staff, donors, and volunteers—came together as partners to make it happen. The Oc
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This past weekend, CNMF members experienced the park in a special way—after hours, hot chocolate in hand, and golden light on the horizon at our members-only moonwalk. 🌕✨ Guided by one of our incredible volunteers—guests took a sunset w