Unlock $1 Million for Conservation
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Give the gift of nature to children
Help us cultivate a passionate new generation who values nature as much as you do!
The Escondido Creek Conservancy’s education team brings local students and adults out into nature. The benefits of outdoor education are numerous, and exposing students to nature helps them understand why it is so important for us to protect natural spaces.
We have an exciting opportunity to develop stronger, more sustainable support for the Conservancy’s environmental and outdoor education programs—with an eventual goal to serve every school within the watershed. We are building a unique regional approach to environmental learning so we can expand our capacity and meet the demand for more nature-based learning in our local communities. Join us in our efforts by donating, sharing our story, and helping us raise funds to support outdoor education for many years to come!
For 35 years, The Escondido Creek Conservancy has protected more than 7,000 acres of critical habitat across North County’s Escondido Creek watershed, preserving vital wildlife corridors from ridge to reef.
Thanks to strong community and partner support, the Conservancy recently served two key properties: White-Atterbury (160 acres in San Elijo Hills) and Elfin Acres (98 acres in Elfin Forest), while advancing future protection efforts for Kesting Dairy/Harmony Horse Park (45 acres in Harmony Grove). Another beautiful property now at risk of development is the 51-acre Altmann property in San Elijo Hills. But you can help.
As North County continues to grow, remaining natural spaces are disappearing fast. Your gift to the Conservancy’s Land Fund helps protect wildlife habitat, connect open space, and save irreplaceable wild lands before they are lost forever.
Supporting the people that make conservation happen
With the support of our wonderful donors like you, The Escondido Creek Conservancy has had great success leveraging small private donations into millions of dollars in grants that have resulted in the protection of thousands of acres of conservation land in North San Diego County.
When you donate to the operations of the Conservancy, to the All Hands In campaign, your gift directly supports:
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Land acquisition, so the mission of the Conservancy is realized.
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Compliance with Land Trust Alliance standards and practices, so the Conservancy meets or exceeds national standards and that our lands are fully protected in perpetuity.
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Strategic leadership, so the Conservancy is an effective conservation leader.
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Effective communications and outreach, so Conservancy supporters and the public learn about the Conservancy’s work and are called to action.
Bricks Campaign
Located on the beautiful Mountain Meadow Preserve, Boulder Outlook is the Conservancy's headquarters and a special gathering place for staff, volunteers, and community members to connect with nature and take part in conservation and outdoor education. Purchasing a commemorative brick offers a meaningful way to honor a loved one, recognize a family or business, or celebrate a special milestone while supporting the Conservancy's mission.
As we celebrate our 35th anniversary in 2026, we invite you to leave your mark at Boulder Outlook with a personalized commemorative brick. The first bricks have already been installed, creating a walkway that leads to a shaded gathering area with sweeping views of the surrounding landscape. New bricks will help complete this special space and recognize the generosity of those who make our work possible.
Leave your mark today and help protect the special places that make North County home for generations to come!
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The 51-acre Altmann property is one of the last remaining opportunities to protect a critical wildlife corridor in the San Elijo Hills community. This special landscape connects existing conserved lands for wildlife and preserves the natural beauty that defines this area.
Protecting Altmann means more than saving undeveloped land. It means safeguarding habitat for wildlife, enhancing connections to nature, and ensuring future generations can appreciate the same scenic views, peaceful trails, and sense of place that residents cherish today.
Your gift today will have twice the impact. In celebration of our 35th anniversary, every gift to The Escondido Creek Conservancy will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $1 million, helping us protect more land before it is lost.
Donate today to help unlock the full $1 million match and keep Altmann wild forever.
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Thanks to a generous $20,000 matching grant from the Elfin Forest Community Foundation, eligible donations from residents of the Elfin Forest and Harmony Grove community will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $500 per donor, through December 31, 2026!
Your gift will support two important initiatives:
Safety and Trail Improvements at Keithley Preserve - Help improve visitor safety and access at the Conservancy’s largest preserve through enhanced trailhead amenities, educational signage, and emergency location markers, while supporting the stewardship of more than 1,000 acres of wildlife habitat.
Enhancements at the Elfin Forest Interpretive Center - Help enrich outdoor learning experiences for students, families, and visitors through updated educational exhibits, hands-on resources, and support for dedicated volunteer docents.
Help create safer trails, welcoming outdoor spaces, and inspiring educational experiences for our community!
Other Ways to Support the Conservancy
There are many meaningful ways to support the mission of the Escondido Creek Conservancy beyond a traditional donation. For more information, contact executive@escondidocreek.org or complete this google form to express your interest.
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Memorialize someone at a Conservancy Preserve
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