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Become a ‘Friend of CNC’

As a ‘Friend of CNC’, your financial contribution makes it possible for CNC:

  • to be free and open to the public 361 days per year.
  • to provide quality environmental education programs at significantly reduced fees.
  • to protect 725-acres of critical wildlife habitat on both sides of the St. Croix River.
  • to be an inspiring place for our community to connect with nature.

In return for your generosity, you will receive special CNC benefits – the greatest of which is knowing you are making incredible learning experiences possible for thousands of people every year. Thank you!

Become a ‘Friend of CNC’

For your giving convenience, we offer several ways to become a ‘Friend of CNC.’

One-time gift: Make a one-time donation at any level and enjoy the benefits of being a ‘Friend’ for one year.

Annual gifts: Sign up to make recurring, yearly gifts.

Monthly sustaining gifts: Sign up to make recurring, monthly gifts. The financial stability provided to CNC by your monthly, recurring gifts is immensely helpful to our daily operations. Please consider becoming a ‘Friend of CNC’ using this option if you are able.

Ways to Make Your Gifts 

Mail: Send a completed Donation Form with your gift to:

Carpenter Nature Center

12805 St. Croix Trail South

Hastings, MN 55033

Online:

Complete this form for One-Time and Annual Recurring gifts

Complete this form for Monthly Sustaining gifts

Other online giving options:

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‘Friends of CNC’ Benefits & Giving Levels

Individual Friend of CNC  $25-$49

  • The St. Croix Current Newsletter delivered by mail 3 times a year.
  • Invitation to the Volunteer & Friends appreciation potluck picnic.
  • Gift store, apple shack and program discounts for the individual.
  • Free snowshoe rentals for the individual from the Minnesota Campus. 6″ snow required.

Family Level Friends of CNC  $50-$99

  • All “Individual” benefits for immediate family members.
  • Gift store, apple shack and program discounts for immediate family members.
  • Free snowshoe rentals for the family from the Minnesota Campus. 6″ snow required.

Donor Level Friend of CNC  $100-$249

  • All “Family” benefits.
  • Published recognition in the Annual Report.

Patron Level Friend of CNC  $250-$499

  • All “Donor” benefits.
  • CNC boat pennant for use at the dock. Available upon request.

Benefactor Level Friend of CNC  $500-$999

  • All “Patron” benefits.
  • Invitation to exclusive events, such as our Masters of the Sky preview.

St. Croix Society Level Friend of CNC  $1,000-$2,999

  • All “Benefactor” benefits.
  • Cart tour for 5 people of the Minnesota campus with a CNC staff member.

Eagle Society Level Friend of CNC  $3,000-$4,999

  • All “St. Croix Society” benefits.
  • Complimentary program for 20 people. (Fair Market Value – $150)

The Director’s Council $5,000 & above

  • All “Eagle Society” benefits.
  • Complimentary lodge rental (Fair Market Value – $300)
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12805 St. Croix Trail S.
Hastings, MN 55033

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300 East Cove Road
Hudson, WI 54016

P:(651) 437-4359
F:(651 438-2908

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