Tanya A. Ortega

Secretary Treasurer
FHVNP Board of Directors

Ms. Ortega is the Founder and current President of the National Parks Arts Foundation. Prior to starting the NPAF, Tanya has held many positions – Ortega National Parks (2004-2020), Ranger/Volunteer with Youth Conservations Corps (1989-2011), and the Environmental Protection Agency (1993-1997).

Ms. Ortega holds a BFA from Southern Oregon University; Art as a Global Business from Sotheby’s Institute of Art; holds a certificate from the National Association of Interpretation 2013-ongoing; Leadership and Innovation Certification from MIT.

Objective: To provide and support the best authentic National Park experience while respecting the culture, environment, and inherent nature of our sacred lands. Tanya’s objectives align with those of Friends of Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park.

Tanya is an avid photographer and lives in Kona with her husband.