There are eight key park partners that help the park achieve its mission:

Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park (formerly the Cuyahoga Valley National park Association)

• Partner since 1974
• 501(c)3 non-profit organization
• Mission: to engage public support for Cuyahoga Valley National Park and enhance public use and enjoyment of the park   

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad

• Partner since 1974
• 501(c)3 non-profit organization
• Mission: to provide heritage railroad and educational experiences within the Ohio & Erie Canalway and provide alternative transportation to and within CVNP

Cuyahoga Valley Countryside Conservancy

• Partner since 1999
• 501(c)3 non-profit organization
• Works with CVNP and private farmers to establish sustainable, economical, and environmentally sound small-scale farms in the park, in order to preserve the valley's rural landscape 
• Mission: to support community-based food systems  

Cleveland Metroparks

• Partner since 1974
• Owns and manages 4,750 acres within the boundary of CVNP (including Brecksville and Bedford reservations)
• Operates park shelters, trail systems, a nature center, stables, two golf courses, and other park facilities
• Coordinates closely with CVNP on a broad range of cultural and natural resource management and visitor services activities

Metro Parks, Serving Summit County

• Partner since 1974
• Owns and manages 3,325 acres within the boundary of CVNP (including Hampton Hills, O’Neil Woods, Furnace Run, and Deep Lock Quarry)
• Operates park shelters, trail systems, and other park facilities
• Coordinates closely with CVNP on a broad range of cultural and natural resource management and visitor services activities

Eastern National

• Partner since 1981
• 501(c)3 non-profit organization and official NPS cooperating association
• Operates sales areas within park visitor centers, as well as funds and develops a variety of interpretive and educational media and projects
• Mission: to promote the public’s understanding and support of America’s national parks and other public trusts

Ohio & Erie Canalway Association

• Partner since 1996
• 501(c)3 non-profit organization and official management entity for the Ohio & Erie Canalway
• Implements the Canalway Management Plan and Matching Grant program
• Mission: to work in partnership with local non-profit organizations and governments in the development and implementation of the Canalway Management Plan

Inn at Brandywine Falls

• Partner since 1987
• Private lessee operates the Inn through a 50-year lease
• Six-room bed-and-breakfast for 12 to 16 guests on a year-round basis 
• Listed in the National Register of Historic Places

For more information:
CVNP Partnership Coordinator, (440) 546-5908