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Advance conservation through innovation, collaboration, and stewardship.

ANNUAL REPORT

PARTNER PROJECTS

We invest in initiatives throughout Central Iowa.

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OUR IMPACT

We are Central Iowa’s pathway to sustainable, healthy environments.  

In order to fully activate Central Iowa’s green capital, the region needs a leader and catalyst for conservation and outdoor recreation. That’s where we come in. The Great Outdoors Foundation aligns visions, convenes partners, and builds frameworks that yield high-impact projects like ICON Water Trails and the Raccoon River Pedestrian Bridge.

We are the foremost fundraising professionals in the conservation and outdoor recreation sector. Together, we activate meaningful, accessible initiatives that enhance our environment and improve quality of life. 

Over the last three years, we have invested more than $200 million in conservation and outdoor recreation initiatives, and we’re just getting started. Click here to read our 2022 Annual Report. 

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"As a health care organization, we fully support the Great Outdoors Foundation and all of the amazing work they do. We understand the importance of safe, accessible outdoor activities for all and the essential role they play in the health of our community. From conservation efforts and clean water projects to connecting individuals to nature, the impact of these initiatives will be felt by generations to come."
Angie Fagervik-ChiaSenior Community Relations Specialist, UnityPoint Health — Des Moines
"Bolton & Menk, Inc. is happy to support the Great Outdoors Foundation and the work they do to further conservation and recreation initiatives in Central Iowa. Providing opportunities to connect with nature is more important than ever and GOF is helping lead the charge on several transformational projects, like ICON Water Trails, that will shape our community, now and in the future."
Staci WilliamsStrategic Development Director, Bolton & Menk, Inc.
"We recently purchased a second home in downtown Des Moines for my job at EMC and we LOVE IT! The city has so much to offer – great food, sports, arts, activities ê but hands down our favorite feature is the incredible outdoor space. From bike trails, to parks, to golf courses, to the amazing skate part,  we just can’t believe how much there is to do and how accessible it all is.
Sharon CooperChief Marketing Officer, EMC Insurance
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