Honouliuli National Historic Site was established as a result of partnerships. Partners and communities led a grass-roots movement and worked for many years to recognize and preserve Honouliuli Internment Camp and its stories which led to its addition to the National Park Service in 2015. These partnerships continue today and the park has welcomed new partners to support the preservation and interpretation of this important history.
National Park Service Director’s Order 21: Donations and Philanthropic Partnerships is a policy that guides the park's partnerships, fund-raising and friend-raising efforts.
The National Park Service (NPS) works with a diverse array of partners to fulfill its mission of preserving and protecting America's natural and cultural resources. These partnerships enable the NPS to leverage additional resources, expertise, and funding, significantly advancing its purpose.
The NPS forms various types of partnerships, including:
- Agreements with state and local governments
- Collaborations with non-profit organizations
- Partnerships with private landowners
- Cooperation with other federal agencies
Philanthropic Partners
National parks benefit from partnerships with over 200 philanthropic organizations, each offering projects and programs tailored to the specific needs of individual parks. Despite their diverse approaches, these organizations share a common goal: to protect and preserve national parks for future generations. Philanthropic partners contribute by:
- Raising funds for the rehabilitation of historic structures
- Maintaining visitor operations
- Providing educational opportunities
- Hosting special events and programs
- Mobilizing volunteers and interns for park projects
- Accepting donations to support research, restoration, and other initiatives
Cooperating Associations
In many national parks, not-for-profit organizations known as cooperating associations play a crucial role in enhancing visitor understanding and appreciation. These associations provide various services, such as:
- Operating bookstores that offer publications about the park and related merchandise
- Developing audiovisual programs
- Supporting educational programs, guided tours, and interactive exhibits
By working together, the NPS and its partners can accomplish more than they could independently, from cultural resources restoration to enhancing visitor education and interpretation.
Aside from the partners listed below, we are also grateful to the partners who have joined us for Honouliuli's 10th Anniversary Celebration.
