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Connecting kids to nature: Scholarships program boosts environmental education
Thanks to our partnership with Pembina Pipeline Corporation, The Nature Foundation is supporting the Connecting Kids to Nature Scholarship program to help high poverty schools take advantage of the Forest Preserve District of Will County’s nature education programs.


Willy’s Wilderness website relaunch aims to fuel kids’ curiosity
The website aims to inspire discovery about the natural world and was created for kids and the adults who spend time with them — parents, grandparents, teachers and more.


First Trivia Night fundraiser a success!
The Nature Foundation hosted its first-ever Trivia Night fundraiser last week, and despite some heavy rain, it was a resounding success!


Earthrise Energy grant powers new shade structure at Monee Reservoir
Funding received through Earthrise Energy’s RISE Grant program will be used to add a large shade structure to the patio outside Monee Reservoir’s visitor center providing respite from the sun in a spot where people often gather to eat, socialize and participate in Forest Preserve programs and activities.
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