National Recreation and Park Association

The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is a not-for-profit organization focused on utilizing parks and recreation to build strong, vibrant and resilient communities. They invest in and champion the work of professionals in the field to advocate for positive change in service of equity, climate-readiness, and overall health and well-being. Their mission is "to advance parks, recreation, and conservation efforts that enhance the quality of life for all people". NRPA has a network of more than 60,000 park and recreation professionals and advocates who represent the public spaces in both urban and rural environments. NRPA supports the field of parks and recreation in multiple ways including professional development, advocacy, grants and programs, research, and publications.