What is The Sawgrass Nature Foundation and How Can I Help?
The Sawgrass Nature Foundation is a non-profit organization associated with Sawgrass Recreation Park in Weston, Florida. Its mission is to support and promote environmental and animal well-being through various charitable initiatives, focusing on preserving the Florida Everglades and its native wildlife.
Key Initiatives:
- Environmental Education: The foundation emphasizes outreach programs to educate and encourage youth involvement in conservation efforts, aiming to cultivate a new generation of environmental stewards.
- Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation: Collaborating with local organizations, the foundation rescues, rehabilitates, and provides care for various animals, including turtles, birds, and other wildlife. For instance, they have worked with groups like Everglades Angels and Good Karma to assist in rescuing dogs, and with the South Florida Wildlife Center for injured animals.
- Community Engagement: The foundation offers educational grants to local schools, enabling students to experience airboat adventures and learn about the Everglades ecosystem firsthand. During the 2023-2024 school year, Boulevard Heights Elementary was hosted for such an experience. Through these efforts, the Sawgrass Nature Foundation strives to foster a harmonious coexistence between humans, the environment, and animals, ensuring a sustainable and compassionate future for the Everglades and Florida’s native wildlife.
How can we help?
💸 Donate
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One-time or recurring donations help fund education programs, wildlife rescues, and environmental conservation efforts.
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Some companies offer employer donation matching, so check if yours does.
- Use this link to donate now! https://www.evergladestours.com/sawgrass-nature-foundation/
📚 Sponsor a School or Program
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Fund a classroom’s field trip or environmental education day.
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We’ve hosted field trips for groups like Boulevard Heights Elementary and many others—imagine helping a group of kids experience the Everglades for the first time!
- For more information, email Nicole at [email protected]
📣 Spread the Word
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Follow and share their updates on social media.
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Tell friends, teachers, or local schools about the foundation.
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Leave a review or post photos if you’ve been to Sawgrass Recreation Park.
Find out more by clicking on the link below!