ways to give
Monthly Giving
Make a monthly gift that keeps conservation going all year long.
Become one of our sustaining donors whose generosity makes an ongoing difference when we need it most… All contributions, of any size, are welcome.
One-Time Donation
Join those who care about Southern Illinois and help conserve and celebrate the very essence of what makes it so special.
All contributions, of any size, are welcome.
Other Impactful Ways to Support HeartLands Conservancy
Cash Free Ways to Give
Gifts of Stock
Donating stocks allows you to avoid the capital gains tax and if you itemize deductions, you can also take a charitable deduction for the entire donation amount.
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Donor-Advised Funds
Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) are investment accounts for the sole purpose of supporting charitable organizations.
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Gifts from your IRA
If you are 70.5 or older and have a traditional IRA, you can make a donation directly from your IRA account without it being considered a taxable distribution. Learn more »
Gifts of Cryptocurrency
Donating crypto, such a Bitcoin, is a tax-savvy way to support the farms, wildlife, trails, and parks that matter to you.
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Planned Giving
Your love of the land can live on in the hearts and minds of those you touch through a Planned Gift to HeartLands Conservancy. There are many ways to achieve your goals. Learn more »
Honor Someone Special
Tribute Trees
Plant a tree to celebrate someone special. Trees will be planted at one HeartLands Conservancy’s properties or in a publicly accessible forest in our region. Learn more »
Dedications & Memorials
You can honor someone special to you with a gift that will last for generations to come.
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Gifts of Real Estate
Farmland
Expand or create a new conservation area or farm by donating your conservation property to HeartLands Conservancy.Learn more about farmland donations »
Conservation Areas
Expand or create a new conservation area or farm by donating your conservation property to HeartLands Conservancy.Learn more about conservation property donations »
Cabins & Other Real Estate
Jumpstart conservation in Southern Illinois with a gift of property. You can donate a house, a business property, a cabin or vacation home, a vacant parcel in town, etc. Learn more »
Give Back to Your Community
Business Sponsorships
Raise your business profile. Help keep Southern Illinois a great place by sponsoring a program, event, or conservation publication. Our sponsorship program offers creative ways for you and your business to highlight your compassion and committment to conservation and local communities. Learn more »
Volunteer Your Time & Talent
As a volunteer for HeartLands Conservancy, your time and talent is what makes conservation and our community programs happen day-in, and day-out.
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Give Supplies & Equipment
Donate supplies for stewarding natural areas and farmland (such as tools or safety gear), administrative items (such as paper or office supplies), or restoration items (such as native plants or trees). Gifts of any size make a big impact for conservation in southern Illinois.
Let’s brainstorm ideas together.
Questions? Feel free to call Mary Vandevord, President & CEO, at (618) 566-4451 ex 20 or email at ma**@*******************cy.org if you have questions or would like to brainstorm about ways you can contribute. Your generosity can make all the difference to the farms, forests, wildlife, and communities of Southern Illinois.