Big Waters Land Trust 
Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast is excited to re-introduce themselves as Big Waters Land Trust! In their twenty-year history, humbly starting as the Sarasota-based, Sarasota Conservation Foundation, and then as Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast for over a decade, the not-for-profit’s impact and ability to support their community has grown exponentially.
OSPREY, FL (October 29, 2024) Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast is pleased to announce the three newest members of their team, Brooke Langston, Director of Land Protection; Shalla Ashworth, Director of Philanthropy; and Sarah Rubin, Youth Education Manager. These three join the not-for-profit land trust in support of their urgent mission to protect Southwest Florida’s … Read more
Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast announces that Party in Paradise, scheduled for November 9, is cancelled. The not-for-profit land trust made the difficult decision to cancel the annual fundraising event as the community recovers from the recent impacts of Hurricanes Milton and Helene. “Party in Paradise is our biggest fundraiser of the year. However, … Read more
Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast invites the community to make a difference that will last forever! Marking the conclusion of their 20th Anniversary year, Conservation Foundation’s campaign to plant 20,000 trees in celebration of 20 years of service will culminate with two events at their 432-acre Myakka Headwaters Preserve. The events will take place … Read more
Protecting Southwest Florida’s land and water for twenty years, Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast is thrilled to announce surpassing over 20,000 acres protected! The not-for-profit land trust’s recent protection of 58 acres in suburban Manatee County put them over the milestone marker for a grand total of 20,004 acres protected as their 20th Anniversary … Read more
Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast is delighted to host artist Jean Blackburn and her latest exhibit, Helping When We Can. Featuring a collection of her recent works, Helping When We Can, highlights the close relationships between humans and the animals around us. A certified Master Naturalist, Jean works regularly with wildlife rehabilitators and notes … Read more
OSPREY, FL (July 2, 2024) Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast is excited to announce the juried selections and winners for their fifth annual Summer Photo Contest. Photographers of all ages and experience levels were invited to submit their original work showcasing the beauty of natural Florida to this online competition. Jurors included award-winning photographer and … Read more
OSPREY, FL (August 20, 2024) Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast is delighted to announce the expansion of their Board of Trustees with the addition of two new members, James Caldwell and Patrick Pedonti. An accredited land trust, Conservation Foundation’s mission is to protect the land and water in Southwest Florida for the benefit of people … Read more
OSPREY, FL (August 27, 2024) Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast is delighted to announce the sale of 20 acres located within Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park. The land was purchased by the State of Florida as an addition to the Park and is located at the mouth of Tippecanoe Bay on Sam Knight Creek, a … Read more
OSPREY, FL (September 3, 2024) Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast is excited to announce the People’s Choice winners of their fifth annual virtual Summer Photo Contest exhibit. Photographers of all ages and experience levels were invited to submit their original work showcasing the beauty of natural Florida to this online competition. Jurors included award-winning photographer … Read more
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