top of page
An aerial view of a forest preserve with a trail going through the prairie.

SUPPORT OUR WORK AND
INVEST IN NATURE

Your gift goes straight to work protecting nature, inspiring discovery and bringing people and nature together! Words fall short of expressing the deep gratitude we feel for you and your generous heart. Your gift will make a significant impact, and we are grateful for your kindness and support. 

​

  • Your generosity goes straight to work protecting nature, restoring biodiversity and preserving natural habitat.

  • Your gift helps to close the gap between children and nature by supporting programs and initiatives that engage and connect kids with nature.​

  • Your support inspires people to get outdoors, enjoy nature and stay active! 

  • Learn more about the impact of your donation.

Online

When donating online, you can choose various donor levels and opt to make a one-time donation or a monthly, quarterly or annual donation.

By mail

Donations can be accepted any time by filling out our paper form and mailing a check payable to The Nature Foundation of Will County.

Your impact is great when you invest in nature by donating to the Nature Foundation of Will County. Your gift protects our precious habitats and restores natural areas back to their native state. Your generosity unlocks the natural world for present and future generations and supports diversity and inclusion so everyone can equally experience the magnificence of the natural world.

 

The Nature Foundation works hand in hand with the Forest Preserve District of Will County to strengthen the commitment to land stewardship, nature education, wellness, cooperation and sustainability. Donations large and small make a lasting and significant positive impact on the environment. Invest in nature and join our growing community today!

​

DOUBLE YOUR DONATION

Employee matching gift programs are corporate giving programs in which the company matches donations made by employees to eligible nonprofit organizations. It's an easy way to double your contribution to The Nature Foundation of Will County. 

Requesting a matching gift is normally a five-minute process which must be initiated by you, the donor. Typically you can do this by filling out and submitting a paper match form provided by your employer or through an electronic submission process. 

The Nature Foundation of Will County is registered with several corporate giving technologies like Benevity, YourCause, Network for Good, and United Way. When searching for our organization, please note that we may be listed under our official charity name, Friends of the Forest Preserve District of Will County. Please contact us by phone at 815-722-2022, or email at thenaturefoundation@fpdwc.org if you have any questions. 

Official Charity Name: Friends of the Forest Preserve District of Will County
Doing Business As: The Nature Foundation of Will County
Tax ID Number: 27-3123713
Checks can be made payable to: The Nature Foundation of Will County
Please mail to: The Nature Foundation of Will County, 17540 W. Laraway Road, Joliet, IL 60433 

​

Other ways to donate

Outside of a one-time or recurring donation, there are many other ways to support
The Nature Foundation of Will County.

bottom of page