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IN GRATITUDE

Your interest in making a donation to Big Cypress National Preserve is deeply appreciated! Your support helps us complete the many important projects necessary to effectively manage and care for this special place. It's never too late to make a gift to Big Cypress. Please read below to learn more about how you can help.

 

FINANCIAL DONATIONS

In addition to donation boxes located at visitor centers, Big Cypress maintains a general donation account into which contributions and donations are deposited. The donor receives a letter of acknowledgement from the preserve superintendent and other recognition, as appropriate.

Unless the donor specifies how they would like the funds to be spent, general donation account funds are used at the preserve's discretion for interpretive, educational or research projects. Large donations may be earmarked for specific projects determined mutually by the donor and the preserve.

Direct contributions can be sent to:

Attn: Superintendent
Big Cypress National Preserve
33100 Tamiami Trail East
Ochopee, FL 34141

Checks should be made out to: "National Park Service" and should specify in the 'memo' section if there is a certain project the donor wants to help fund!

YOU CAN ALSO DONATE TO OUR OFFICIAL PARK PARTNERS!

 

FLORIDA NATIONAL PARKS ASSOCIATION

The Florida National Parks Association is an official private, non-profit partner of the National Park Service that supports educational, interpretive, historical, and scientific research activities in South Florida’s National Parks. Visit our parks, donate, become a member, or purchase our Florida Bay Forever specialty plate. Your support benefits Big Cypress National Preserve and the other National Parks in South Florida. For more information, visit their website.

 

Support from the Alliance for Florida's National Parks has made numerous educational and other projects become reality at Big Cypress National Preserve.

The Alliance for Florida's National Parks

THE ALLIANCE FOR FLORIDA'S NATIONAL PARKS

Founded in 2002, The Alliance for Florida’s National Parks is the official philanthropic partner for Florida’s four national parks: Everglades, Biscayne and Dry Tortugas National Parks, as well as Big Cypress National Preserve. The organization strives to instill in all people an appreciation of Florida’s public lands and natural resources for what they are – the key to the sustainability and prosperity of the state. Through five focused pillars of support, including environmental education, exploration, preservation & protection, restoration, and community engagement, The Alliance’s work enriches the park experience and creates deeper connections between diverse communities and the nature that abounds in their backyards. More information can be found at www.floridanationalparks.org.

 

Friends of Big Cypress National Preserve

Newly established in 2025, the Friends of Big Cypress provide essential funding to Big Cypress National Preserve for their outreach and educational programs, conservation efforts, volunteers and more!

Through philanthropy, they empower rangers and volunteers to carry out their essential work, and hope to inspire the community to become passionate stewards of this incredible place, ensuring its protection for generations to come.

For more information about the Friends of Big Cypress National Preserve check out their website!