The National Park Service receives invaluable support from cooperating associations. These partner groups financially support educational, scientific, historical, and interpretive activities in national parks.
The Excellence in Cooperating Association Partnership Award recognizes individuals who made significant and lasting contributions throughout their career to strengthen partnerships between the National Park Service and cooperating associations.
Additional Award Recipients
|
Year |
Recipient |
Postion/Organization |
|---|---|---|
|
2019 |
Cathy Bonser |
Executive Director Redwoods |
|
2018 |
Stacy Madalena |
Eastern National |
|
2017 |
Deborah K. Piscitelli |
Harpers Ferry Historical Association |
|
2015 |
George Minnucci |
Eastern National Regional Manager |
|
2014 |
Linda Lutz-Ryan |
NPS Intermountain Region Cooperating Association Coordinator |
|
2012 |
Rosalyn Fennel |
NPS Washington Servicing Office (and Bevinetto Fellow) |
|
2010 |
Terry Maddox |
Great Smoky Mountain Association |
|
2008 |
Charley Money |
Alaska Geographic |
|
2006 |
Chesley Moroz |
Eastern National |
|
2004 |
Christina Watkins |
Graphic Designer |
|
2002 |
Greg Moore |
Golden Gate Conservancy |
Last updated: August 6, 2026