About Us
We believe that nature has inherent value and that people have the ability to make a difference. We are the bridge connecting people who want to help with meaningful opportunities to make a lasting impact on Wisconsin’s lands, waters, wildlife, and future stewards.
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Join us as we explore our natural world here in Wisconsin and around the globe. We offer unique opportunities for all ages and abilities.
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We support on-the-ground conservation, environmental education, and capacity building for other conservation groups.
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How do we make a difference?
The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin provides sustainable funding for Wisconsin’s most imperiled species and public lands, while connecting generations to the wonders of Wisconsin’s lands, waters, and wildlife through conservation, education, engagement and giving.
Your support goes to on-the-ground conservation projects, environmental education, and ensuring that NRF and our many partners in conservation will be here, caring for the land you love, for generations to come.
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WisConservation Blog
14 Things We ❤️ About Wisconsin
To celebrate Valentine’s Day we have compiled a list of 14 things we love about our valentine—Wisconsin.
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Exploring Best Practices in Conservation Planning
As NRF continues to focus on our impact on Wisconsin’s lands, waters, and wildlife, we are exploring resources that focus on evidence-based practices, evaluation, measuring and monitoring, and best practices utilized by peer conservation organizations across the globe.
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Welcome to the Foundation, Sarah!
As we look forward to the next chapter, we are thrilled to welcome our new Birdathon Coordinator, Sarah Cameron!
Read More“Whatever part of Wisconsin you love most, the Foundation is there to protect it.”
John Kaiser, NRF Member