Conservancy of Southwest Florida

1495 Smith Preserve Way, Naples, FL 34102 (239) 262-0304 | www.conservancy.org

MISSION: The Conservancy of Southwest Florida is working to protect environmental education, scientific research, government advocacy and wildlife rehabilitation.

For nearly 60 years, the Conservancy of Southwest Florida has worked to protect our water, land, wildlife, and future. From the freshwater Everglades to the coastal beaches, the herons to our hearts, we are all connected in this magical environment that we live in.

The Conservancy has a long and distinguished history of advocating for solutions that balance the needs of our growing community and the preservation of our natural resources. It is when the public stands alongside trusted environmental advocates who pursue science-based policy, that together we can shape our future to the benefit of all.

GOALS

We believe the more we can connect people with nature, the more willing they are to protect it, so we host educational events throughout the year. Our free annual Earth Day festival, the biggest community celebration of the year, includes live animal encounters, Kid Zone activities, electric boat tours, food trucks, nature walks, learning adventures, local exhibitors and more.

FUNDRAISING EVENTS/ OPPORTUNITIES

Magic Under the Mangroves is one of the area’s top fundraising events that has raised $17 million for Conservancy programs in 18 years. Attendees at the often-sold-out event held every year in March enjoy a reception, silent auction, dinner, and live auction held inside a multiple-tented structure at the Nature Center. The annual RedSnook Catch and Release Charity Fishing Tournament has been held for 15 years and has raised more than $1.6 million to benefit the Conservancy’s commitment to water quality protection, as well as preservation and enhancement of local fisheries.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

A variety of fun and meaningful volunteer opportunities are available for those with outstanding people skills and a love for nature. Share your time, talent, and abilities by interacting with diverse people, learning new skills, and enhancing and sharing your knowledge about the environmental issues facing Southwest Florida.

NOW OPEN!

After being closed for two years, a $5 million expansion and renovation of the Susan and William Dalton Discovery Center opened in late 2021. The new John & Carol Walter Discovery Wing features an Invasive Species Gallery and digital Climate Change Gallery with advanced hands-on exhibits. A stateof-the-art mobile classroom dedicated to science learning was developed to expand environmental education to Title I schools and underserved communities.

ABOUT US:

Year established: 1964

GEOGRAPHIC SERVICE AREA(S):

Collier, Charlotte, Lee, Hendry and Glades counties

TOP FUNDING SOURCES:

Magic Under the Mangroves annual fundraiser

““Help us protect our water, land and wildlife, and in so doing, protect our future and our community.

Together we can help ensure we balance a growing community with the need to protect an environment that sustains “ our quality of life.” -Rob Moher, president and CEO of the Conservancy of Southwest Florida

BOARD OF DIRECTORS:

John R. Walter

Board Chair

Charles Mueller

Vice Chair

Rob Moher

President & CEO

Leslie Frécon

Treasurer

Phil Douglas

Secretary