Friends Of The National Arboretum

Friends of the National Arboretum (FONA) is the primary private partner of the U.S. National Arboretum. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit partner, we collaborate with the National Arboretum in pursuit of a stronger Arboretum to better serve our community and nation. FONA supports the National Arboretum by: — Facilitating youth education programs that connect the community with food, science, and public greenspace. — Hosting public events that encourage a connection to nature, science, health, and wellness. — Communicating on behalf of the Arboretum through weekly publications, a magazine, and social media. — Advocating on behalf of the Arboretum with city and federal officials and promoting strong buy-in from USDA leadership and partners. — Collaborating with the Arboretum on infrastructure projects and operations. Providing discretionary funding for Arboretum operations and interns through private donations and venue rental revenue.