Rumson Man Named Trustee of Sandy Hook Foundation

Jeff Walling joins board to support preservation and visitor experience at historic park

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The Sandy Hook Foundation has welcomed Jeff Walling, a Rumson resident and partner at KPMG, to its Board of Trustees. Walling will work alongside fellow new trustee Jeff Burman to support the foundation's mission of protecting Sandy Hook's natural, cultural, and historic resources while enhancing the experience for all park visitors.

Why it matters

The Sandy Hook peninsula is a unique coastal resource that offers natural beauty, historic sites, and recreational opportunities for visitors. The foundation plays a key role in preserving this area and ensuring it remains accessible and enjoyable for the public.

The details

As a new trustee, Walling will leverage his professional experience and lifelong connection to the area to support the foundation's preservation efforts and help improve the visitor experience at Sandy Hook. The foundation is entering an exciting period of growth and is looking to strengthen its partnership with the National Park Service.

  • Jeff Walling and Jeff Burman were welcomed to the Sandy Hook Foundation's Board of Trustees in January 2026.

The players

Jeff Walling

A partner at KPMG and Rumson resident who is an avid outdoor enthusiast and has a deep appreciation for the Sandy Hook peninsula.

Jeff Burman

The other new member welcomed to the Sandy Hook Foundation's Board of Trustees in January 2026.

Pete Izzo

The Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Sandy Hook Foundation.

The Sandy Hook Foundation

A nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and preserving the natural, cultural, and historic resources of the Sandy Hook peninsula while enhancing the visitor experience.

National Park Service

The federal agency that manages Sandy Hook as part of the Gateway National Recreation Area.

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What they’re saying

“The Sandy Hook Foundation is excited to welcome both Jeff Burman and Jeff Walling as the newest members of our board. The Foundation is entering an exciting time of growth, not only within the organization, but in the importance of our relationship with the National Park Service. We look forward to leaning on Jeff and Jeff's expertise and passion for our park as we move ahead.”

— Pete Izzo, Chairman of the Board of Trustees (patch.com)

“As an avid outdoor enthusiast, he and his family spend much of their time enjoying the beaches, trails, and natural beauty of Sandy Hook. This connection has inspired his deep appreciation for this unique coastal resource. Through his role on the Board of Trustees, Walling said he looks forward to leveraging his professional experience and lifelong connection to the area to support preservation efforts and help enhance the visitor experience for all who come to enjoy Sandy Hook.”

— Jeff Walling (patch.com)

What’s next

The Sandy Hook Foundation will continue to work closely with the National Park Service to protect and preserve the natural, cultural, and historic resources of the Sandy Hook peninsula, as well as enhance the visitor experience for all who come to enjoy this unique coastal area.

The takeaway

The addition of Jeff Walling and Jeff Burman to the Sandy Hook Foundation's Board of Trustees underscores the organization's commitment to safeguarding this important natural and recreational resource for the benefit of the local community and all visitors. Their expertise and passion for Sandy Hook will be invaluable as the foundation navigates a period of growth and strengthens its partnership with the National Park Service.