HILLSBOROUGH RIVER STATE PARK
PRESERVATION SOCIETY
What is the
PRESERVATION SOCIETY &
CSO
Hillsborough River State Park Preservation Society, Inc. is a volunteer Citizen Support Organization (CSO), which was founded in 1993. This volunteer, nonprofit, citizen-support organization was formed to generate public awareness, education, and financial support for the preservation and maintenance of the Hillsborough River State Park and the Fort Foster State Historic Site.
Like Florida State Parks, the Hillsborough River State Park and the Fort Foster State Historic Site have programs and needs which reach beyond the state’s ability to provide funding and support. This is where the Preservation Society comes in. By generating additional support for the park in the form of fundraising, supplemental staffing, equipment, etc., we are aiding the park in the fulfillment of it’s mission.
The Hillsborough River State Park Preservation Society, Inc. is a non-profit organization under section 501(c)(3).
All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Our Mission
The mission of the Hillsborough River State Park Preservation Society, Inc., is to enhance and perpetuate the Hillsborough River State Park and the Fort Foster State Historic Site.
Our goal is simple. To support our park in the fulfillment of its mission. This mission, as set forth by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, is to provide resource based recreation while preserving, interpreting and restoring natural, cultural and historical resources.
You Can Make A Difference!
The Hillsborough River State Park Preservation Society, Inc., is a volunteer nonprofit, citizen-support organization "CSO" created to generate public awareness, education, and financial support for the preservation and maintenance of Hillsborough River State Park and the Fort Foster State Historic Site.
As a member, you can help us enhance the various programs and services offered within the park. Financial and volunteer contributions help us implement projects approved by park management in the Master Site Plan. Whatever your level of support, you can take pride that your involvement will help increase the interest in and understanding of the heritage and natural environment of the park.
