TPL February News: We 🧡 Zion (so we protected it!)

Friend of Trust for Public Land, take action to increase outdoor access where it's needed most. ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ [Outside Matters: Trust for Public Land]( [Monthly News from Trust for Public Land]( Friend of Trust for Public Land, Ah, love is in the air—the fresh air, that is. When it comes to the outdoors, we're all a little smitten. This month, we'll show you a few outdoor places we love, [including this special new spot]( in one of America's most loved national parks! And before you go, take a minute to show your support for the Outdoors for All Act to ensure everyone, everywhere, can experience Mother Nature's warm embrace. XOXO—Alana Fink, Trust for Public Land [PS: Who do you love spending time with outdoors?]( [Zion National Park]( Photo credit: Chris Hinkle [A Triumph for Zion National Park]( Did you know that Zion National Park, one of the most visited and treasured national parks, is threatened by nearly 3,500 acres of private inholdings within its boundaries? These inholdings jeopardize the wild character and natural experience for millions of annual visitors, which is why we recently safeguarded Lambs Knoll near Zion’s west entrance so more people can continue to connect with the beauty of this awe-inspiring landscape. [CELEBRATE WITH US]( [CELEBRATE WITH US]( [What Calls Zion Home?]( 🦉 Ranging in elevation from 3,000 to 8,000 feet—more than a vertical mile—Zion National Park spans a huge range of habitats and hosts diverse flora and fauna. [Mexican Spotted owl]( [Kids making snow angels]( Photo credit: Allen Brisson-Smith [Sign Now: Advocate for the Outdoors for All Act]( One-third of Americans lack access to a park within a 10-minute walk of home. That's why we need your help to pass the Outdoors for All Act, which will allocate funding to enhance outdoor recreational opportunities, particularly in economically disadvantaged communities and areas with limited park access. Urge Congress to pass the act today! [TAKE ACTION NOW]( [TAKE ACTION NOW]( [Lady Bayview, a 5,500-square-foot image of a woman whose hands encircle a mirrored ball ]( Photo credit: Raylene Gorum [Honoring the Big Five of Bayview]( Generations of women have fought for visibility in Bayview-Hunters Point, a San Francisco neighborhood marginalized by isolation and racial discrimination. Their legacy of self-determination and insistence on partnership courses through the efforts shaping Bayview-Hunters Point today. Yet, the work to make their region equitable is not over. [EXPLORE THEIR STORIES]( [EXPLORE THEIR STORIES]( In the Spotlight [The top five finalists in our Love of Outdoors Photo Challenge]( [Friend, Pick the Winning Photo]( 👑 Which finalist should be crowned the winner of the Love of the Outdoors Photo Challenge and earn an America the Beautiful national parks pass? You decide! [CAST YOUR VOTE]( [CAST YOUR VOTE]( More Stories for You [Our Impact: 2023 Annual Report]( Our actions today are shaping a future that is cooler, greener, and more equitable. See how your support and advocacy are making a difference. [Introducing the Alliance for Civil Rights Historic Sites]( TPL has partnered with the National Park Service to restore historic sites that tell a vivid and honest history of America’s struggle for civil rights. Our first projects include Freedom Riders National Monument, Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument, Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site, and others. [Land, the Arts, and Black Culture: Intersecting Pathways]( Join us for a Park Bench Chat on February 27, noon (PST), with Dr. Jocelyn Imani. Explore how outdoor spaces shape Black culture and the arts and support communities. Hear from Grammy winner esperanza spalding, author Angelou Ezeilo, and advocate Maya Rodgers. Ways to Give [Young couple hiking in Washington state]( Photo credit: Adair Rutledge [Uniting People for the Outdoors]( Community is at the heart of what we do. We rely on our members (like you, Friend!) to ensure that communities across the country are stronger, more connected, and healthier with access to parks and open spaces. We’ve already accomplished great things together, but we’re just getting started. And when you start a monthly gift to TPL, you’ll fuel and create positive change for communities both big and small throughout the year. [JOIN US TODAY]( [JOIN US TODAY]( Why Outside Matters [Why Outside Matters]( Share why you're thankful for the outdoors for a chance to be featured in a future newsletter. [TELL US WHY OUTSIDE MATTERS TO YOU]( [TELL US WHY OUTSIDE MATTERS TO YOU]( Planned Giving [Require minimum distributions]( Photo credit: Julieta Vergini [Support TPL through Your Required Minimum Distributions]( If you’re 73 or older, you might be facing required minimum distributions (RMDs) from your retirement accounts—and with 2023 ending on a positive note for the markets, your distributions might be higher in 2024. Consider offsetting the impact on your taxes by making a qualified charitable distribution (QCD) to TPL. Your support helps you manage your finances and helps us create healthy, livable communities for generations to come. [LEARN ABOUT GIVING FROM YOUR IRA]( [LEARN ABOUT GIVING FROM YOUR IRA]( Picture-Perfect Places [Guess the place]( Photo credit: Andy Richter From parks and pathways to playgrounds and preserved lands, find stunning TPL projects from coast to coast. Can you guess where this place is? [SEE IF YOU'RE RIGHT!]( [SEE IF YOU'RE RIGHT!]( [Join Our Advisory Board]( Advisory board members are TPL advocates, ambassadors, and donors that help increase our impact through philanthropy, advocacy, connections, and strategic guidance. [Join Our Team]( Come join a passionate team working toward a mission you believe in. [View all open positions.]( [IT Director]( [Director, People & Culture Business Partner (East Coast/Remote)]( [Senior Administrative Coordinator]( From protecting unspoiled lands, building parks and trails, and transforming schoolyards, we strive to create healthy, equitable communities for everyone. You received this email from [Trust for Public Land](. Was this email forwarded to you? 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