James Cook Relief Fund

In 1993 the James Cook Memorial Humanitarian Relief Fund was established to provide financial support to FPS employees & Association members in need. James Cook, who retired in 1988, cared deeply for all members of the “FPS family” and served as a mentor to many.

This fund is a reflection of the Ranger Association’s purpose, as well as, the values of the individual it honors. Since its inception more than $140,000 has been distributed to more than 175 individuals in need of financial assistance. Fundraisers such as raffles and auctions as well as donations have continued to provide funds to assist individuals and their families. The primary fundraiser for the Fund, the Arnold Kuenzler & Family Annual Auction, is held during the Annual Gathering.

Click here for the James Cook Fund Bylaws

Donations Welcomed

Anyone wishing to make a contribution to the James Cook Relief Fund may do so by mailing donations to: 

Ms. Judi Maxwell, FPSRA Treasurer

558 SW Maxwell Ct

Ft. White, FL 32038

The Florida Park Service Ranger Association is a DBA of the F.P.S.A.A. JAMES A. COOK MEMORIAL FUND, INC. (EIN 90-1076487) which is a Florida Not For Profit corporation and has been approved by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, charitable organization. All or part of your gift may be tax deductible as a charitable contribution.  Please check with your tax advisor.

The F.P.S.A.A. James A. Cook Memorial Fund, Inc. is registered with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services - Division of Consumer Services. Registration Number: CH15364. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling the toll-free, within the state, 1-800-HELP-FLA or going to Check-A-Charity. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state.