Since 2007, the Preservation Foundation has encouraged individuals, corporations and foundations to support Forest Preserve projects, programs and places they are passionate about.
Every gift of every size counts. There are many ways you can extend and accelerate the work of the Forest Preserves.
Accelerator Funds
Help provide flexible funding to test a new approach or accelerate an existing project. You can support the parts of our mission that are most meaningful to you—from care of trails and preserves to habitat restoration—and help us do more with each dollar.
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Photo © Jeff Goldberg
Annual Fund
Your tax-deductable gift will be used where it's needed most. Funds kick-start new initiatives and leverage other grants and donations, such as training and equipping volunteers to conduct prescribed burns to launching a county-wide bee monitoring program.
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Commemorative Gifts
Honor someone special, remember a loved one, or celebrate a milestone, by making a commemorative gift. All commemorative gifts will support the Habitat Restoration Endowment.
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Endowment Fund
The Community Campaign for Lake County Forest Preserves will create a $20 million endowment to protect the forest preserves you love, ensuring every acre of habitat we restore remains ecologically healthy. Forever.
Endowments are a powerful tool, as they deliver a dependable, perpetual source of funding. The endowment must reach $20 million to generate the $800,000 needed every year to provide ongoing care of restored lands. Your support is vital in helping us reach our goal.
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Photo © Bob Callebert
Gift Planning
Leave a lasting legacy when you include the Preservation Foundation of Lake County Forest Preserves in your plans. Contact Erika Stergos, Preservation Foundation Executive Director, [email protected] or 847-968-3129 for more information.
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Preservation Foundation Gala
The Preservation Foundation's Gala, featuring National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore, was held on May 17, 2024.
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Portrait of Joel Sartore, 2021, by Ellen Sartore.
Project & Program Funds
Focus on key initiatives where steady philanthropic support is critical to sustaining—or growing—our mission. Donations support education programs and wildlife conservation.
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Photo © Liz Rose Fisher
Sponsor Our Turtles
Your gift will give a baby Blanding's turtle a head start and help it thrive.
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Derek Harms Endowed
Fund For Grassy Lake
We invite you to share the spirit of Derek and participate in this preservation effort that reflects his love for all things outdoors.
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If you have questions, or would like to discuss your giving options, please contact, Erika Stergos, Preservation Foundation Executive Director at [email protected] or 847-968-3129.
Preservation Foundation of the Lake County Forest Preserves
1899 West Winchester Road
Libertyville, IL 60048
847-968-3110
847-367-6649 fax