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Campaign for Special Places
Join Us in Positively Impacting Biodiversity, One Garden at a Time!
Help promote the HeartLands Conservancy Spring Plant Sale on social media! HeartLands Conservancy is launching our Online Spring Native Plant Sale from March 28th to April 23rd. Our goal is to encourage individuals to make a positive impact on their yards and create a...
Garden Party with a Purpose: You’re Invited to Martinis in the Meadow!
Message from our President/CEO Join us for Martinis in the Meadow and Support Special Places in Southwestern Illinois Dear Supporter, I hope this message finds you well and that you're enjoying the arrival of spring. As a fellow supporter of HeartLands Conservancy’s...
Request for Proposals for Prequalified Contractors
RFP | Prequalified Contractors To further HLC’s organizational purposes, HeartLands Conservancy (HLC) intends to pre-qualify firms to provide the following services and/or technical assistance for potential future projects: • Environmental/Natural Resource Planning...
Request for Proposals for Legal Services
HLC is issuing this Request for Proposals (RFP) for qualified legal services firms to provide services on an as-needed basis during the calendar year 2023, with the option for HLC to renew services for a period of three (3) years (through December 31, 2025). Legal...
Martinis in the Meadow – Special Earth Day Event
SOLD OUT! Have a martini and support the meadow! Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration and support at Martinis in the Meadow, a special Earth Day event benefiting HeartLands Conservancy and The Exploration Garden at Swansea Clinton Hills Conservation...
Conservation Log: An Update on Our Progress (Pt 2)
Conservation Log: An Update on Our Progress Dear supporters of HeartLands Conservancy, It's time for part two of our Conservation Log, where we provide an update on the progress of our efforts during the Poag Restoration Project. To ensure we can track the...
Prairie Du Pont Project
Join us on what is sure to be an amazing member only hike with our CEO, Mary Vandevord!
Job Opening: Director of Donor Relations
We're hiring for a full-time Director of Donor Relations to lead a comprehensive fundraising program, cultivate donor relations, and organize fundraising events/engagements. The ideal candidate is team-oriented, has five or more years of successful non-profit...
What We Do
We act, advocate, and collaborate for the protection of important places and for community growth strategies that balance a healthy ecosystem and cultural heritage with economic vitality and human well-being.
Land
We conserve important ecological, agricultural, recreational, and cultural places. We also “create” places for community enjoyment, such as parks, gardens, and trails.
Water
We work in partnership with public agencies and residents to protect and manage water in southwestern Illinois through green infrastructure, flood and climate adaptation strategies, and healthy watershed initiatives.
Communities
We work with and assist communities on projects and initiatives focused on parks, trails, planning, mapping, climate adaptation, green infrastructure, community engagement, and many other needs.
Explore
Explore the places our supporters have had a hand in protecting, managing, or creating in southern Illinois. These places are open to the public (unless noted) and are owned by HeartLands Conservancy or other collaborating entities, such as a state or local government.
Upcoming Events
We host numerous ways to get involved with nature, connect with others in the region, and lend a hand. Choose a favorite activity or discover something new.
SUPPORT OUR CAUSE
We rely on your generous support to protect irreplaceable green spaces and clean water in southern Illinois.
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Join a growing community passionate about land, water, and communities in southwestern Illinois.