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Give to Save California’s Heritage

A green silhouette of California with the words like no other place overlaid in black and blue text, with place underlined in red.

California is unlike anywhere else—a tapestry of diverse communities, iconic landmarks, and stunning landscapes. But without action, these irreplaceable pieces of our story California’s Story is Worth Saving—And Supporting

Learn More About Our Important Work

Our Annual Report summarizes our important accomplishments and vital role in California’s irreplaceable heritage. Learn more at our annual report. 

Cover of the California Preservation Foundation 2023-2024 annual report showing people sitting and standing outside a historic building at dusk, with string lights overhead and trees in the background.

California is unlike anywhere else—a tapestry of diverse communities, iconic landmarks, and stunning landscapes. But without action, these irreplaceable pieces of our story could disappear.

At the California Preservation Foundation, we fight to protect what makes California extraordinary. By bridging the past with today’s challenges—like creating housing that respects our heritage—we ensure this legacy endures.

Preservation isn’t just about saving the past; it’s about building a future rooted in history, culture, and inclusivity. This work is worth supporting, and your help makes it possible.

Donate today and help us keep California’s story alive for generations to come.