Nishnabotna

Conservation

  Foundation

Protecting Our Environment

Through

Conservation and Education

Serving the Citizens of

Shelby and Audubon Counties

of West Central Iowa

PURPOSE

The Nishnabotna Conservation Foundation (NCF) was organized to support environmental education in Shelby and Audubon Counties.  Membership in the foundation provides funding for programs, exhibits and other environmental activities for children and adults.  With your support the NCF will improve the quality of environmental education throughout both counties.

History

The Nishnabotna Conservation Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation formed in 2006.  The mission of the thirteen member board is to support the efforts of the Shelby and Audubon County Conservation Departments as they strive to improve the quality of life for visitors and citizens of Shelby and Audubon Counties.  Together with its members, friends and volunteers, the NCF is working diligently to enhance conservation, environmental education, outdoor recreation and facilities for everyone.

What types of projects

is NCF involved in?

Some of the projects being worked on currently or proposed in the future include:

Why should I become a

NCF member?

The foundation is a support group assisting the Shelby and Audubon County Conservation Departments in their activities, programs, promotions, public relations, fundraising, developmental projects and the accomplishments of their goals. Foundation members will have the satisfaction of being involved in the enhancement of natural resources, parks, activities, and recreation areas.  There are many people that have time, expertise, talents, experience, or money that can be used to benefit NCF.  Becoming a member of the NCF is a wonderful way to contribute to this exciting venture.  In addition to having the satisfaction of being part of a worthy cause, members will receive a subscription to the Conservation Boards’ quarterly newsletter Nature’s Niche, invitations to special events and programs, and a conservation patch.  Each membership receives voting privileges and eligibility to serve on the Board of Directors.

How can I join?

If you or someone you know would like to become a member of the NCF, complete the information blank below, clip it out and send it with your membership dues to:

Nishnabotna Conservation Foundation

516 Maple Road

Harlan, Iowa  51537

Name______________________________

Address____________________________

City, State__________________________

Zip_________Phone__________________

Email______________________________

Annual Membership Levels:

___Student (18 and Under)  $5.00

___Individual  $15.00

___Family  $20.00

___Business/Organization $200.00

Memberships expire annually on July 1^st.

Please make checks payable to:

Nishnabotna Conservation Foundation

All donations and memberships are tax deductible.  All donations are appreciated.

For additional information, please contact:

Christina Roelofs, Naturalist

Shelby and Audubon Counties

cgroen@fmctc.com

712-744-3403

712-744-4203

712-744-4204 fax