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Child overlooking Butterfield Lake
Photo Credit Heidi Sourwine
February 21, 2025
Let’s get ahead, together!

Dear Friends,

At IRLC, we are committed to protecting the land, water, and experiences that make the Indian River Lakes region so special. But right now, we’re facing a challenge: our resources are stretched thin, and we need to strengthen our foundation to keep moving forward.

That’s why we’re launching the “Get Ahead” Campaign—an effort to ensure IRLC has the funding we need before urgent conservation opportunities arise. Too often, critical projects are delayed while we secure funding, and in conservation, timing is everything. If we want to protect more land, expand our stewardship work, and ensure that the programs our community has come to love—like guided hikes, kids’ nature programs, and lake protection efforts—continue to thrive, we need to act now.

IRLC has always been powered by the support of people like you—people who care deeply about our lakes, our forests, and the future of this region. Your gift today will help us close the gap, build stability, and ensure we’re ready to act when it matters most.

If you’re interested in joining the campaign, becoming a monthly donor, or making a transformational gift, I’d love to connect with you. Please reach out to me at hsourwine@indianriverlakes.org, and let’s talk about how we can protect the future of the Indian River Lakes together.

You can also make a direct donation anytime at indianriverlakes.org/donate.

Thank you for your continued support,

Heidi Sourwine, Executive Director Indian River Lakes Conservancy