Through June 2025, the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) is offering one year of free membership to the organization.

 

“At SCCF we have so many volunteer opportunities, immersive events, and other ways to get involved in conservation that we want to expand our community and get more people excited about our mission to protect and care for Southwest Florida’s coastal ecosystems,” said SCCF CEO James Evans.

 

Those who sign up will be automatically entered into a drawing for an outback jeep tour with Evans and up to two guests. The tour will include breakfast or lunch and an up-close look at private SCCF preserve lands, including island areas and habitats that are usually inaccessible.

 

Members also receive print publications, 10% off retail — including merchandise at the Sanibel Sea School and the Native Landscapes & Garden Center —, and reciprocal benefits at over 150 nature centers in the U.S. that are part of the Association of Nature Center Administrators network.

 

“For 57 years, our members have been the heart of our organization. They’re absolutely vital to carrying out our work protecting wildlife, preserving and restoring land, educating our community, and advocating for our environment. This is a really great and unique opportunity to join us,” Evans said. “We encourage everyone to come out, enjoy our events, and join us in celebrating the great work we do at SCCF.”

 

After one year, retaining an SCCF membership requires a donation of $100 or more per year or contributing 20+ annual volunteer hours.

 

Learn more and sign up at sccf.org/keep-conservation-cool.

 

About SCCF
Founded in 1967, SCCF’s mission is to protect and care for Southwest Florida’s coastal ecosystems through our focus on Conservation and Ecosystem Restoration, Water Quality Research, Policy and Advocacy, Sea Turtles and Shorebirds, Native Landscaping, Habitat and Wildlife Management, and Environmental Education.

Thanks to the efforts of many who came before us, we are the largest private landowner on Sanibel Island, managing more than 1,800 acres on Sanibel plus more than 300 additional acres on surrounding islands, South Fort Myers, and Cape Coral.

Over the last 55 years, SCCF’s diverse program areas have grown to include a Marine Laboratory, the Sanibel Sea School, and Coastal Watch.