The Park Needs Us

Visitors, volunteers, supporters, and the Central Park Conservancy staff. Together we keep the Park a welcoming backyard for all of NYC.
The Park needs us. But who’s “us”?
It takes expert work year-round by the Central Park Conservancy to keep the Park healthy, clean, and ready to welcome 42 million annual visitors. But everything we do—from maintaining sustainable landscapes and addressing complex restoration projects to collecting (literal) tons of trash and engaging with the communities that use this space—relies on a powerful collaboration between our staff, supporters, volunteers, and visitors.
Learn more about the many ways you can join us.
HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT CENTRAL PARK?
The Conservancy cares for the Park 365 days a year, but our work wouldn’t be possible without you.
Our Community in Action
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Meet the Conservancy Team
Goodson, Turf Care
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Meet the Conservancy Team
Michael Delillo, Park Operations
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Meet the Conservancy Team
Matt Reiley, Conservation
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Meet the Conservancy Team
Dexter, Natural Areas
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Meet our Volunteers
Mae
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Meet our Volunteers
Marybeth and Casey
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Then & Now
Sheep Meadow
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Then & Now
The Loch
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Then & Now
Margaret L. Kempner Playground
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Then & Now
Oak Bridge

Essential Reading
Check out our robust online magazine to learn about the Conservancy’s work, how we collaborate with our community, and the history behind the creation of the Park.