Who We Are
Yosemite Conservancy is a nonprofit dedicated to preserving Yosemite National Park’s resources and providing enriching visitor experiences in the park. Our philanthropic partnership with Yosemite goes back more than 100 years.
What We Do
With support from people like you, we help visitors connect with Yosemite through adventures, volunteering and the arts, and we fund grants for high-priority projects, including restoration, educational programs and research.
Our Impact
Thanks to supporters, we’ve provided over $172 million to Yosemite for more than 900 completed projects. Donor gifts help improve trails, restore habitat, protect wildlife, inspire the next generation of nature-lovers and more. Explore our funding areas to see current and past projects.-
Trail Rehabilitation
& Access
Trail Rehabilitation
& Access -
Wildlife
Management
Wildlife
Management
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Habitat
Restoration
Habitat
Restoration -
Scientific
Research
Scientific
Research
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Cultural &
Historic Preservation
Cultural &
Historic Preservation -
Visitor
Services & Education
Visitor
Services & Education
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Youth in
Yosemite
Youth in
Yosemite -
Past
Projects
Experience the park
Upcoming Programs
Paint & Sip
Yosemite Valley
Dip your toes into the world of watercolor in this playful, supportive class! You’ll learn the basics of watercolor and
05/01/2026 - 08/28/2026
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Watercolor with Jessica de Jesus
Yosemite Valley
Amid the towering granite monoliths and serene meadows of Yosemite Valley, this beginner watercolor painting class led by Jessica de
08/24/2026 - 08/28/2026
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Yosemite Backpack: Cathedral Lake
Tuolumne Meadows
Program Overview: Explore Cathedral Lake on this easy/moderate three-day backpack trip! Cathedral Lake, a sparkling alpine lake set at over
08/27/2026 - 08/30/2026
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