Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast invites the public to their Conservation Community Luncheon on Tuesday, April 9. This community-centric luncheon will showcase Conservation Foundation’s local impact and the urgency and importance of land conservation here in our region. In celebration of twenty years of protecting Southwest Florida’s land and water, the not-for-profit land trust asked individuals from across their conservation community to share their thoughts in a new 20th Anniversary video series. Featuring interviews with prominent community members and leaders reflecting on twenty years of collaboration and conservation, this compelling retrospective will premiere at the April luncheon.
Immediately following the video premiere, Christine P. Johnson, president of Conservation Foundation will moderate a panel of local experts sharing their unique insights into land conservation, the environment, and our community. Panelists include Damon Moore, Oyster River Ecology Founder & Executive Director; Nicole Rissler, Sarasota County Director of Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources; and Jon Thaxton, Gulf Coast Community Foundation Senior Vice President for Community Leadership.
“Our success is possible thanks to the generous support and steadfast commitment of our conservation community,” notes Lee Ann Rodriguez, Conservation Foundation director of philanthropy. “As we celebrate our 20th Anniversary, this luncheon is the perfect opportunity to highlight the individuals, foundations, and organizations who have helped us protect almost 20,000 acres so far.”
“This is also the perfect opportunity for those who may not know much about land conservation or be familiar with Conservation Foundation and our work to learn more,” adds Sam Valentin, Conservation Foundation’s director of marketing and events. “Protecting natural landscapes, open spaces, and agricultural land is critical to the future of our region in more ways than many people realize. We’re excited to connect those dots and showcase our conservation community at this special 20th Anniversary event!”
This captivating program takes place at 11:30 am on Tuesday, April 9, at Michael’s On East. Arthur Wood is presenting sponsor. Individual tickets are $50. Sponsorships start at $500. Tickets and sponsorships are available now at conservatonfoundation.com/luncheon.
