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Philanthropic partner organizations, such as the Cabrillo National Monument Foundation, provide the support and funding needed to fill the gaps for our national parks, but also provide enhancements to support the visitor experience.

We invite you to become a part of our community to make a difference.

You can join us by…

  • Becoming a member - Join us with an annual gift for exclusive benefits and to connect with fellow park enthusiasts at member events.

  • Donation - Make a meaningful contribution that fuels our mission and makes a lasting impact.

  • Cabrillo Park Luminaries - Join our community of donors dedicated to making a lasting commitment to drive our initiatives forward.

  • Cabrillo Legacy - Honor those who have passed by remembering their love for parks and conservation.

  • Tributes - Celebrate your loved ones with a thoughtful gift to the Foundation in their honor, memory, or for a special occasion.

  • More Ways to Give - Explore additional ways to support us and make a difference today.

  • San Diego Gives - Explore additional ways to support us and make a difference today.

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DONORS + MEMBERS

  • One person per household

  • 15% discount in store

  • One ticket to member events

  • One person per household

  • 15% discount in store

  • One ticket to member events

  • Two persons per household

  • 15% discount in store

  • Two tickets to member events

  • Four persons per household

  • 15% discount in store

  • Four tickets to member events

  • Four persons per household

  • 15% discount in store

  • Four tickets to member events

  • Early bird invitation to all fundraising, appreciation, + exclusive events

Yes, you can support the cause without committing to membership - make a one-time donation instead!

Cabrillo Park Luminaries

Cabrillo Park Luminaries

The Cabrillo Park Luminaries welcomes all donors who contribute $1,000 or more annually to the Cabrillo National Monument Foundation. These donors are dedicated to making a lasting investment in the Foundation and the Park. 

  • 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 Park Luminaries event

CABRILLO LEGACY

Cabrillo Legacy is a special group of caring individuals who have shown their support of Cabrillo National Monument with a legacy gift to Cabrillo National Monument Foundation (CNMF). A legacy gift is a lasting investment to ensure that the Foundation can continue to provide support to San Diego’s only National Park.

  • Estate Plans

  • Bequests from a will or trust

  • Charitable gifts from retirement accounts

  • Gifts of real estate

Consider a life estate: transfer a future interest in your home now, receive a sizable immediate tax deduction, and continue to use and enjoy the home during your lifetime. A future gift with immediate benefits!

TRIBUTES

A gift to the Foundation in honor, memory, or celebration of your loved one is beautiful way to make a tribute to them.

Once your tribute gift is received, we will send a handwritten note card to the recipient of your choice acknowledging the generous gift you made in their or their loved ones honor. We will also honor the loved one on this webpage. Contact peggy@cnmf.org to communicate tribute preferences.

MORE WAYS TO GIVE

San Diego Gives

Start Date: Mon, Jul 29, 2024

End Date: Thu, Sep 5, 202412:00 AM

San Diego Gives is more than just a fundraising campaign; it’s a testament to the spirit of generosity, resilience, and the philanthropy that makes San Diego the city we all know and love.

From now until September 5th, join us as we harness the power of collective giving in our community to support the 30+ programs and initiatives at Cabrillo National Monument that nourish future stewards through education, advocacy, and community engagement.

Ready to go ALL IN for San Diego Gives? Join us by...

DONATING Click HERE and make a donation to our San Diego Gives Campaign today through September 5th. Your donation will not only show your support for CNMF, but will also contribute to the total amount earned for nonprofits in San Diego through San Diego Gives 2024!

CREATE YOUR OWN PEER TO PEER FUNDRAISING PAGE

VOLUNTEERING Give your time to support the park! Visit our website HERE to learn more about the myriad of volunteer opportunities offered at Cabrillo, and find what most inspires you.

Our San Diego Gives 2024 Campaign Fundraising Goal is $1,000

From today through September 5th, all donations we receive at our campaign link HERE

The Volunteer-In-Parks program (VIP) provides essential and fundamental support for park operations every day. There are 200+ active and dedicated volunteers that give more than 17,000 hours annually. Volunteers assist with natural, cultural and historical aspects of interpretation, visitor services, and conservation. The park receives a modest amount of federal funds for the volunteer program but these funds are limited and restricted, so funding from the Foundation is crucial and appreciated.

Email cabr_volunteers@nps.gov to get started.

Cabrillo Store

The Cabrillo Store offers a treasure trove of Cabrillo National Monument and park memorabilia. Conveniently located in the Visitor Center, as well as online, it features everything from books on Cabrillo’s exploration to commemorative gifts. Each purchase supports our work on the park’s community programs, providing unique visitor and educational experiences.

The online store is currently under construction, but if you would like to purchase something, please email us at store@cnmf.org. Thank you!

Ralphs Community Contribution Program

This program makes fundraising easy by donating to Cabrillo National Monument Foundation based on the shopping you do every day. Once you link your Card to Cabrillo National Monument Foundation, all you have to do is shop at Ralphs and swipe your Shopper’s Card.