JOIN US!
Volunteer
Whether it’s trail building, leading a hike, data entry, teaching on a field trip, oak seedling watering, baking cookies for trail workers, working an information booth, preparing mailings, or helping the Conservancy in other ways, we appreciate each and every volunteer.
You can make a difference!
Hikes, Field Trips & Activities
ARC offers a variety of public programs, including workshops, lectures, and hikes,
many of which take place at Wakamatsu Farm.
All programs require sign-ups. Space is limited, so sign-up early.
No dogs allowed unless otherwise stated.
[email protected]
or 530-621-1224.
Become a Member
We welcome one time gifts. Monthly giving provides a reliable stream of funding that helps us forecast and plan for upcoming land acquisitions, stewardship projects, and environmental education programs.
For questions about new, renewing, gift memberships, or in memoriam gifts, please contact us at
(530) 621-1224 or [email protected]
Become a Partner
Communities need healthy watersheds like businesses and organizations need healthy communities. We recognize community partners who donate goods, services, and portions of their profits to our environmental mission. Complete this brief form to learn more about the perks of ARC partnership.
JOIN, RENEW, OR GIVE A GIFT MEMBERSHIP
Membership
Benefits Include:
Annual donations of $45 or more receive…
– Free or discounted admission on most of our workshops, events, and hikes
– $30 discount on an annual Acorn Creek trailhead pass
– Vote for ARC board members
– Use of ARC library in the Nature Center
– Quarterly newsletter The Current
– eStreams subscription
– Special rates for summer camp
– Participation in our supporter event(s)
– Engagement with your local community
SUPPORT ARC
INVEST IN ARC
Contribute long-term to land conservation, stewardship and environmental education by donating to our various initiatives, including The ARC Fund and ARC’s Resilience Reserve. If you have other investment ideas, please contact us!
DONATE IN-KIND
ARC always needs goods and services. Commonly needed items include auction items of any value, equipment, snacks, office supplies, and gift cards. Services donated by skilled people like artists, office workers, landscapers, and trades people help us maintain our properties and office. We welcome short-term and long-term helpers, interns, and those seeking service credit. We also welcome new in-kind projects and ideas. View ARC’s Wish List for our current biggest needs.
BRING FRIENDS
For only $45 yearly, you can give the gift of membership for birthdays, holidays, weddings, anniversaries, graduations, or any special occasions. What better way to say you care about others than to invite them to care about preserving rivers and land for life? We will send a membership letter to the recipient and the receipt to you!
USE YOUR PURCHASING POWER
Support our mission while you shop. Here are some examples:
– Giving Assistant (shop, save, and donate)
– Holiday Market (donate your points at checkout)
Please contact us with your shopping gift ideas.
VOLUNTEER AND SAVE ON GROCERIES
BriarPatch Food Co-op partners with ARC to encourage community volunteerism. Donate your time to ARC, and you can earn one or two monthly 15% off coupons on your full grocery order. Find details and the application form at PatchWorks Volunteer Program.
SHOP AT OUR ONLINE STORE
ARConservancy.org/merchandise
JOIN OUR LEGACY CIRCLE
We are a land trust, which means we protect property in perpetuity. You can help ARC preserve open spaces for future generations by becoming a highly valued member of our Legacy Circle. Start planning your estate gift by exploring the many options of our Legacy Circle.
LEVERAGE YOUR ASSETS
Investment firms offer investment vehicles for charitable giving. For instance, Fidelity customers can donate to American River Conservancy with funds invested for profit. Learn more at Fidelity Charitable™ donor-advised fund. Another example is a Schwab Charitable™ donor-advised fund. Check with your investment institution for your options.
GIVE THROUGH YOUR WORKPLACE
Thousands of companies offer employee incentives to donate and/or volunteer with non-profit organizations. Many will match your donated funds 1:1 or greater. ARC partners also organize employee workdays or fundraising campaigns to support ARC projects. If your employer has a giving platform, please ensure ARC is listed as a giving option. Other options include 1% for the Planet, Benevity, and EarthShare California (I.D. #87817 for Combined Federal Campaign).
DONATE A VEHICLE
Working or not, you can donate nearly every type of vehicle to benefit ARC through Donate For Charity
GIVE IN OTHER WAYS
– Join our Board of Directors
– Give in honor or memory of your loved ones
– Donate your property
– Donate your TisBest gift card to ARC
– Share your giving and fundraising ideas
Non Profit 501c3 tax ID#68-0195752.