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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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A new vision of CNMF has launched and we cannot wait for everyone to see! This weekend, we unveiled our all-new website, featuring an entirely new look and more information than ever before on our projects, upcoming events, ways to get involved, info
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Last month, over 300 pounds of trash was removed from Cabrillo's tidepools in the annual, pre-summer "Tidepool Clean Up"! 🐚🌊🙌 A dedicated team of 13 TPERP volunteers and 2 park staff came together to clean up and take care of our belove
ATTENTION ALL SUN LOVERS ☀️🌾🌊 – Enter to win an ocean-safe sunscreen bundle and Cabrillo National Monument Foundation Merch!   This summer, we are partnering with our awesome friends at @sunmud.sunscreen to give away some of our favorite
The Old Point Loma Lighthouse is undergoing restoration this summer. However, this doesn't mean you can't explore its rich history. 🌾🌊🪼🐚 Join us on July 3, July 17, August 14, and August 28 for a series of engaging presentations and book signing