Spring is popping up all over, from spring peepers and songbirds to bluebells and buds on trees. Unfortunately, the season also means the return of scores of non-native invasive plants that invade our woodlands and crowd out native species. Combating these “super weeds” is key to keeping our wildlands close to their natural states and…
FAO offers ways to give
The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio has two current opportunities for giving in support of Athens Conservancy. One is a match opportunity for restricted endowment funds — a 2 to 1 match (50 cents for every dollar given), with $1 million available from the State of Ohio. Funds are available on a first-come basis. Donors may give to…
Conservancy Awarded Grant from FAO
Athens Conservancy is the recipient of a $6,255 grant from the Environmental Stewardship Pillar of Prosperity Fund of the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio. These funds will support the Conservancy’s “Finding Your Way Outdoors” project, and will fund efforts that connect Appalachian Ohioans with the many benefits of time spent in nature. The project is a…