National Recreation and Park Association

The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is the leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to building strong, vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation. NRPA advances this vision by investing in and championing the work of park and recreation professionals as a catalyst for positive change in service of equity, climate-readiness, and overall health and well-being. With a network of more than 60,000 park and recreation professionals and advocates, NRPA supports the field through professional development, advocacy, grants, programs, research, and publications, including the recent rollout of the 2027 CAPRA National Accreditation Standards and the Premier Learning Series.