Jack London Park Partners emerged during a budgetary crisis in 2012 which would have shuttered many state parks. It was the first non-profit organization to take up management of a state park on behalf of the people of California and it has been successfully running Jack London State Historic Park ever since.
The Park Partners is the outgrowth of Valley of the Moon Natural History Association, a citizens’ group established nearly a half-century ago to support the interpretive needs of three parks in Sonoma County including Jack London State Historic Park. The Association has played a vital role in recruiting and organizing the hundreds of volunteers who support all functions of the Park. It contributes funds to advance cultural and recreational programs, create educational exhibits, displays and signage at the Park. Among the organization’s most noteworthy accomplishments are the award-winning restoration of the cottage Jack and Charmian London lived in after acquiring “Beauty Ranch” plus the completely re-imagined House of Happy Walls Museum which interactively brings the story of Jack and Charmian to life.
Jack London Park Partners depends on the generosity of individual donors and foundation and corporate grantors in providing programming, operating and maintaining the land and historic structures of this treasure of natural beauty and historical significance. Click Here to Donate
JLPP Values, Mission, Vision and Goals
Values
Preservation, Education, Collaboration, Diversity, Recreation, Innovation, Sustainability and Regeneration.
Vision
Jack London State Historic Park: an innovative park that preserves the dream, enriches the experience and serves the entire community.
Mission
We rigorously protect the historic and natural character of the Park while creating inclusive opportunities for education, recreation, discovery, and joy, leaving future generations a park that would make Jack London proud.
Goals
- Conduct environmental education programs to connect any and all children to nature and inspire the next generation of conservation stewards.
- Offer community and special events to proactively build social ties among people of all ages and backgrounds.
- Restore and maintain this national and state historic landmark to preserve and celebrate our cultural heritage.
- Engage in conservation projects to restore and maintain the biodiversity of habitat and protect endangered species.
- Provide outdoor recreation activities for physical, mental and spiritual well-being.
JLPP welcomes on average 100,000 visitors to the park annually from around the globe with the help of approximately 285 volunteers who strive to maintain a welcoming and hospitable culture.
Current VMNHA Revenue and Expenditures Report
2023 Gratitude Report