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Since 1997, the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation has provided more than $12 million for conservation and outdoor recreation. In 2011 alone, we funded over 30 projects totalling $1.3 million. |
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Board Approves $25,000 in Partnership Grants
The Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation approved 11 projects benefiting conservation at the August 17, 2012 board meeting in Jefferson City. The 11 projects approved by t he board total $25,000. These projects contribute to the Department's strategic goals; help promote hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation; promote Missouri's fish, forest and wildlife resources; improve habitat; engage existing and new partners; and leverage partner funds.
National Archery in the Schools Program National Tournament: $600 (statewide)
Southeast Missouri Discover Nature Radio Program: $3,850 (Southeast)
Effective Wingshooting for the Hunter Program: $2,000 (Central)
Eagle Days 2013, Old Chain of Rocks Bridge Event: $500 (St. Louis)
Statewide Tree and Forestry Campaign: $1,000 (Statewide)
Second Annual Wounded Warriors in Action, Missouri Ducks and Bucks: $1,050 (Northwest)
Missouri Girls Exploring Nature: $500 (St. Louis)
Discover Nature Women's Rabbit Hunt: $1,000 (Southeast)
Shelby County Warm-Season Grass Drill: $2,000 (Northeast)
University of Missouri, Southwest Center Habitat Improvement Project: $7,500 (Southwest)
Operation Wild Lands, LaBarque Creek Conservation Opportunity Area Public Land Management: $5,000 (St. Louis)
In 2012, MCHF Board has approved $65,000 in Partnership Grants - funding which comes through MCHF license plates sales and private donations. |
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MCHF Annual Fund Appeal
The Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation is not a membership organization. We depend on generous private donors like you to help conservation and community partners do worthwhile projects, activities and events. And best of all donors can contribute to the programs that are most meaningful to them. We hope you can continue to make a tax-deductible gift to use in the many ways possible! More than 90% of your donation goes directly to projects. We make efficient use of your investments! Great conservation happens one pas sionate person at a time - please help us preserve the future! Donate Now
We at the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation appreciate support of all citizens. We really do!! This past year several of the projects donors have helped to accomplish are a fishing/viewing platform at Bennett Spring Hatchery/State Park, Missouri Girls Exploring Nature Camps, Discover Nature Schools programs, kids fishing events and river clean ups. These are making huge differences in people's lives and continue Missouri's heritage of distinguished conservation.
The love of nature is so readily displayed by many Missourians who make contributions to MCHF and these are just a few examples of ways to honor people or provide funding toward a specific project or area that is managed by the Missouri Department of Conservation. Follow this link for additional information on Ways of Giving.
You can also mail this Form and a check to MCHF, PO Box 366, Jefferson City, MO 65102. |
Bennett Spring Fundraising Update
Since May 2011, the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation has been fundraising to build a fishing/viewing platform at Bennett Spring State Park. Donors who gave $1,000 or more to the project will be recognized on a bronze plaque at the new structure. We truly appreciate every donation - small and large. Donations have been received from many ranging from MCHF Board members, Conservation Commissioners (past and present), anglers, hunting & fishing organizations, businesses, memorial contributions and individuals and families who enjoy Bennett Spring. To make a donation to MCHF or toward this important project, you may use this link to Donate Now. Please state you would like your donation to go towards the Bennett Spring Platform, or you can mail a check to MCHF, PO Box 366, Jefferson City, MO 65102. We will provide additional updates once construction of the project begins. |
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The Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation is a nonprofit, charitable organization founded in 1997 to help meet financial needs placed on natural resource conservation and conservation-related outdoor recreation.
The Foundation is separate from the Missouri Department of Conservation but supports that agency's mission of protecting the state's fish, forestry, and wildlife resources for all Missourians. We are governed by a volunteer board comprised of conservation, community, and business leaders. By working with Missouri Department of Conservation staff, who partner with conservation groups statewide, we fund projects that immediately address conservation and outdoor recreation needs. Since it was created in 1997, the Foundation has provided more than $11 million for conservation projects. The Foundation receives funding from several sources, including Conservation Heritage License Plate donations; private donations from individuals, businesses, and organizations; and payments to the Stream Stewardship Trust Fund.
The Foundation offers volunteer opportunities and a variety of conservation giving opportunities. If you would like to speak to a Foundation staff person for more information, call 1-800-227-1488. |
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