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Established by the
McHenry County Conservation District in
December 1999, the McHenry County Conservation
Foundation (MCCF) is recognized as a 501(c)3
non-profit organization dedicated to the
conservation and preservation of open space in
McHenry County. Governed by a volunteer board
of directors, MCCF strives to create and foster
conservation partnerships that promote sound
stewardship of our county’s natural
environments.
“The purpose of the McHenry County
Conservation Foundation is to promote, support,
assist, sustain, and encourage the charitable,
educational, scientific, and recreational
programs projects, and policies of the McHenry
County Conservation District and other Open
Space Organizations.” (MCCF By-Laws, 1999)
The McHenry County Conservation Foundation
continues to work diligently in partnership with
other conservation organizations and state and
federal agencies to protect and manage the
natural resources of the county. In our
ten-year history, we have provided funds to
support over 30 wide-ranging conservation
projects. We also have assisted in several
significant land acquisitions, resulting in the
preservation of nearly 800 acres, and savings
for the District of over $1.47 million with
secured grants and closing costs. We have
managed additional state, foundation and private
grants to help expand natural areas restoration
and conservation research, and to reach more
county residents through conservation education
programs. All told, the McHenry County
Conservation Foundation has directed $3,428,123
in grants and other funding for conservation
projects throughout McHenry County, with
$2,954,881 going directly to the Conservation
District in support of their acquisition and
management programs. Lastly, in 2001 and again
in 2007, we ran two successful Open Space Bond
Referendums, ultimately providing $141.5 million
in funds to purchase open space and manage it
for the public benefit.
We use membership funds to help offset our costs
for writing and administering grants,
researching funding opportunities, and running
Open Space Referendums. MCCF offers a complete
membership program for individuals, families,
and businesses, allowing you to play a personal
role in efforts to protect and manage the
natural resources of the county. Your
tax-deductible membership or donation will make
a difference in McHenry County today and
forever. |
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