Gettysburg Foundation

Overview
Headquarters: 
Gettysburg, PA, USA
Website: 
gettysburgfoundation.org
Areas of Focus: 
Arts / Culture / Humanities
About Us
Mission: 

We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit philanthropic, educational organization that operates in partnership with the National Park Service to preserve Gettysburg National Military Park and Eisenhower National Historic Site, and to educate the public about their significance.

Programs: 

The Gettysburg Foundation is a community of professionals, volunteers, philanthropists and Friends of Gettysburg members dedicated to:  

  • Acquiring and preserving the authentic battlefield lands, buildings and artifacts. 
  • Improving the visitor experience.
  • Educating the public about the significance and today's relevance of Gettysburg.
  • Strengthening the Foundation’s financial model.

We own and operate, in partnershp with the National Park Service at Gettysburg, the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center. The Foundation owns and operates historic sites and experiences where the local community and visitors to Gettysburg can experience history related to the Civil War, the Battle of Gettysburg and the stories, connections and importance these sites have in our shared American history:

  • George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital, the best preserved field hospital from the Battle of Gettysburg
  • Children of Gettysburg 1863®, Gettysburg's most family-friendly children's history museum in the historic Rupp HouseTM
  • Ticket to the Past—Unforgettable Journeys, Gettysburg's first virtual reality experience
  • The historic Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad StationTM

The Foundation offers customized professional leadership development on the Gettysburg battlefield through its Higher Ground Leadership at Gettysburg programming.

Our Friends of Gettysburg support our mission of preservation and education in partnership with the National Park Service at Gettysburg through membership, volunteering and fundraising efforts.

Why Work For Us?: 

Why Join Us:

  • Unique Opportunity: Shape public interest in significant historical events through a role that blends leadership with passion. Engage in work that profoundly impacts how history is remembered and taught.
  • Professional Growth: Expand your professional network by connecting with leading historians and philanthropists. Cultivate skills that will advance your career in nonprofit leadership, surrounded by dedicated professionals who are leaders in their fields.
  • Mission-Driven Culture: Join a team dedicated to historical preservation and education. At the Gettysburg Foundation, our values guide every decision and interaction, ensuring that we uphold the highest ethical standards and actively enrich cultural heritage. This culture fosters deep engagement with our mission, inspiring every team member to participate in meaningful initiatives that educate and inspire the public about the significance of Gettysburg.
industry: 
Nonprofit