Worcester Business Journal

14 Giving Guide 2022 Worcester Business Journal www.wbjournal.com Mass Audubon Broad Meadow Brook Mass Audubon has developed an ambitious statewide five-year Action Agenda. This plan signals a dynamic new era for the organization focused on three overarching goals: Protect and Steward Resilient Landscapes, Advance Inclusive and Equitable Access to Nature, and Mobilize to Fight Climate Change. As Mass Audubon's largest urban wildlife sanctuary, Broad Meadow Brook's local action is integral to this statewide effort. Our future goals include: • Expand and steward protected areas for green space and low- impact recreational opportunities. These protected areas provide ecosystem services such as stormwater management, drinking water protection, and wildlife habitat. • Build inclusive and equitable access to nature by connecting historically underserved populations with nature for the benefit of both. This work is centered in our all-ages educational programming, including but not limited to: early childhood programs, school programming, teacher professional development, family and adult programs, summer camps, and student internships. • Inspire climate action through Youth Climate Leadership programs, model sustainability best practices, offer nature-based education programs, lead community advocacy efforts, and use our spaces to host community meetings, events, and voting (Worcester). David O'Neill, President Beth Kressley Goldstein, Chair Board of Directors MISSION STATEMENT SERVICE AREA: Worcester and surrounding communities with a statewide network. To protect the nature of Massachusetts for people and wildlife. Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary provides an urban oasis within the city of Worcester, connecting community to nature through accessible outdoor spaces and programming. Gifts and Grants ...................46% Programs and Special Events .....................36% Endowment ..........................15% TOP FUNDING SOURCES: Gail Yeo, Vice President of Wildlife Sanctuaries and Programs Stephen Hutchinson, Senior Regional Director Jennifer M. Madson, Regional Director Deb Cary, Community Advocacy and Engagement Manager Martha Gach, Regional Education Manager Lisa Carlin, Assistant Sanctuary Director Lisa Mattson, Regional Operations Manager Chuck Delaney, Regional Property Manager Sheryl Pereira, Office Manager Jennifer Dziejma, Marketing Coordinator Leeann Rauls, Property Steward Mass Audubon Broad Meadow Brook 414 Massasoit Road Worcester, MA 01604 Phone: (508)-753-6087 massaudubon.org/bmb Full-time employees: 9 Annual revenues: $542,301 Year founded: 1991 BOARD OF DIRECTORS FUTURE GOALS Volunteers are valued members of the Mass Audubon team and provide an important link to our local communities. Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary accepts walk-in volunteers on our Drop-in Volunteer Days, which take place at the sanctuary every Wednesday, 10 a.m. to noon, and the first Saturday of each month 12-3 p.m. Volunteers become familiar with the sanctuary as they assist with trail clearing, sign maintenance, gardening, bird feeder filling, and seasonal projects. Come once or every week and become part of our growing group of volunteers. Broad Meadow Brook eagerly welcomes group volunteers to help with various projects throughout the year. Contact us to learn how your company, scout troop, or school can make a difference for the environment in just a few hours. For more information, email us at bmbrook@massaudubon.org All are welcome at our events - sponsors and participants alike! Visit our website at massaudubon.org/bmb to learn about all of our partner and sponsorship opportunities. Boo Meadow Brook October 2022: A family-friendly celebration of autumn and nature. Gentle guided hikes held at twilight offer educational fun and a chance to explore the sanctuary after dark. Bird-a-thon May 2023: Bird-a-thon brings birders, nature- lovers, and families together to celebrate nature and raise funds that provide essential year-round support for Mass Audubon's conservation, nature education, and advocacy work. Broad Meadow Brook participates in Mass Audubon's Central Region's team with local fundraising efforts directly supporting the region. Get involved as a program participant or join the birding team. The goal is to offer accessible opportunities to all levels from beginner to expert. Barbara J. Walker Butterfly Festival August 2023: An annual celebration of butterfly conservation, scheduled at the peak of the flight season. The day's activities include naturalist-led walks, live caterpillar exhibits, plant sale, children's activities, pollinator garden tours, and more. FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES POST-PANDEMIC: As part of the Central Region and Mass Audubon's statewide team, Broad Meadow Brook continues to build flexibility into our strategic plans and programming to accommodate the changing needs of our communities and protected spaces. Our tremendous staff have created and adapted natural history education to include virtual programming and outdoors-only opportunities as conditions warrant, and to maintain rigorous COVID-safe standards. Staff are also working creatively with partners to overcome COVID-related transportation challenges by bringing our programs directly to community sites. Mass Audubon's five-year Action Agenda is designed to support our mission and expand our impact in these post-pandemic times. Help protect the nature of Worcester for people and wildlife with a gift to Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary. Annual appeal and Leadership Friends gifts of $1,000 or more support our ongoing community conservation and education work. Corporations can make a deep impact on the Greater Worcester community through sponsorships and employee matching gifts. Donations can be made directly through our website at massaudubon.org/bmb or via check. For those interested in shaping our wider mission, special gifts can be made in support of our statewide Action Agenda or via capital gifts. Broad Meadow Brook gratefully accepts in-kind donations via our online wish list: massaudubon.org/bmb We welcome the opportunity to match your interests with the organization's priorities. For more giving opportunities, email us at bmbrook@massaudubon.org GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

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