GEORGIA ASSOCIATION OF CONSERVATION DISTRICTS INC
Programs
Program 1 [2020]
Georgia Association of Conservation Districts, Inc. (GACD) represents 43 soil and water conservation districts in Georgia. GACD has volunteers to promote conservation and inform policy makers about natural resource issues. Members work closely with partners to direct federal and state funding to maximize conservation benefits. The organization educates citizens about the importance of wise stewardship by hosting workshops, conducting field days, and distributing resource materials. They plan and implement best management practices (BMPs) that improve water quality in streams and reservoirs. Support scholarships and student attendance at the Natural Resources Conservation Workshops. Fund nature centers, outdoor classrooms, or learning gardens at local schools throughout Georgia. Conducted field days, workshops and classes to further natural resource education for students and teachers. Offer environmental and agricultural education funds for local teachers. Conduct outreach programs throughout Georgia to farmers and landowners to increase awareness of feral swine problem in the state and assist in offering control solutions. See http://www.gacd.us for recent accomplishments.GeographiesNot indicatedDatesJan 1, 2020 – Dec 31, 2020Source990No causes providedNo populations provided–$2MGeorgia Conservation Districts Initiatives
Georgia Association of Conservation Districts, Inc. (GACD) represents 40 soil and water conservation districts in Georgia. FERAL SWINE - OVER 10,000 HOGS ELIMINATED, $3 MILLION SAVED FROM PROPERTY DAMAGE IN 103 COUNTIES COVERED. URBAN CONSERVATION - FUNDED $100,000 TO INSTALL GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE STORMWATER CONTROL PRACTICES IN COBB & FULTON COUNTIES. POLLINATOR INITIATIVE - 51 POLLINATOR GARDENS & HABITATS INSTALLED, 15 STATE WELCOME CENTER HABITAT SITES SECURED, AND POLLINATORS IN AGRICULTURE EDUCATIONAL CURRICULUM DEVELOPED. OUTREACH AND EDUCATION - $7,500 IN EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED. 6,500 LANDOWNERS AND K-12 STUDENTS REACHED THROUGH CONSERVATION FOCUSED EVENTS.GeographiesNot indicatedDatesJan 1, 2022 – Dec 31, 2022Source990No causes providedNo populations provided–$1.2MProgram 1 [2023]
Georgia Association of Conservation Districts, Inc. (GACD) represents 40 soil and water conservation districts in Georgia. GACD coordinated and executed four regional meetings and one statewide convention for District Supervisors. We also provided Legislative Advocacy via Conservation District Day at the Capitol, Rural Caucus Luncheon and more. We worked with state and federal partners to lead feral hog control initiatives and outreach events for farmers and landowners. We represented Georgia at several Southeastern and National events. We awarded scholarships and provided other educational opportunities to K-12 students.GeographiesNot indicatedDatesJan 1, 2023 – Dec 31, 2023Source990No causes providedNo populations provided–$1.2M
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