ENHANCING COMMUNITIES THROUGH NATURE

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Black,Crowned,Night,Heron
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Protonatary Warbler by Rita Wiskowski CCL (1) (1)
Arlington Firefly Hike (3) (1)
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Request for Proposals for Prequalified Contractors

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...

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Request for Proposals for Legal Services

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...

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Martinis in the Meadow – Special Earth Day Event

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...

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Conservation Log: An Update on Our Progress (Pt 2)

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...

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Job Opening: Director of Donor Relations

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...

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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.

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Land

We conserve important ecological, agricultural, recreational, and cultural places. We also “create” places for community enjoyment, such as parks, gardens, and trails. 

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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.

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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.

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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.

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We rely on your generous support to protect irreplaceable green spaces and clean water in southern Illinois.

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