Mission and History of the Employees & Alumni Association of the
National Park Service
The Employees & Alumni Association of the National Park Service, “the E&AA”,
is a 501(c) (4) membership organization dedicated to promoting the values
and ideals of the National Park Service family and the mission of the
National Park Service.
Founded in 1955 at a superintendents' conference and incorporated in 1957,
the E&AA membership is a diverse group of current employees, alumni,
volunteers and other interested people who see the National Park Service and
their relationships with Park Service friends and colleagues as an important
part of their lives. They share a common interest and appreciation of our
national park system and promote its value to all.
Member Benefits
As a member, you will receive the association's quarterly newsletter, the
Arrowhead, with Service-wide news and information. Your name and
with your permission, your complete contact information will be included in
the E&AA membership directory which is distributed to all E&AA members. The
directory is a great way keep in touch with colleagues and friends
nationwide. National Park Service members of the E&AA will be eligible for
loans from the George B. Hartzog, Jr.
Education Trust Fund for their dependent children/grandchildren
or for themselves to assist with the funding of their higher education.
How to Apply
Please contact the association for more information and an application or you may
click here to get the form.
Send your completed form and check or money order to:
E&AA - Eastern National
470 Maryland Drive, Suite 1
Fort Washington, PA 19034