The Rocky Mountain Nature Association assists Rocky Mountain National Park and other public lands by supporting projects, including: trails, land protection, historical preservation and education.

The Next Generation Fund is a $10-million endowment campaign of the Rocky Mountain Nature Association that promotes hands-on educational programs for youth in Rocky Mountain National Park. By 2011, the Next Generation Fund will permanently sustain Junior Rangers, the American Conservation Corps, environmental education, Field Seminars for youth, publications and much more.