The Mississippi River Fund is a non-profit organization whose sole purpose is to raise awareness and support of the Mississippi River and the National Park which graces 72 linear miles of its banks. It is a small organization that celebrates quality of life and has an optimistic eye toward the power of collaboration. It is an organization that is about leadership in our community, for water quality and for national treasures and places.

The Fund's mission is to strengthen the enduring connection between people and the Mississippi River and build community support for the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, a National Park.

Established in 2003, the Fund engages private citizens, public and private foundations and industry sources to support the activities of the National Park Service and its partners to enhance the Mississippi River.

The Mississippi River Fund has enabled the Park to lead stewardship and education activities throughout the corridor, from wildlife monitoring to shoreline restoration to formal education. By providing significant support to the Park and its partners, the Mississippi River Fund boosts the activities of all organizations in the community-increasing community engagement in the Mississippi River watershed.

In the coming years, the Mississippi River Fund will play a pivotal role in ensuring that the Park is preserved, protected and enhanced for the enjoyment and education of all. The Fund will be a source of vital funding as well as a source of community connection, expertise, advocacy and inspiration for the Park. The Mississippi River Fund will champion the Park and facilitate public and private partnerships that will build community support for this national treasure.

Learn more about your National Park and make a gift to the Mississippi River Fund at www.missriverfund.org.