The Nature Conservancy. Protecting nature. Preserving life.™

Entergy Charitable Foundation announced a $250,000 grant to The Nature Conservancy to reforest 500 acres of land in the Yazoo National Wildlife Refuge in Washington County.  

Planting 200,000 trees will restore natural habitats for migratory birds and game species, along with the endangered Louisiana black bear.  The area can be used by teachers to educate to educate students about the benefits of floodplain forests, such as regulating the climate by storing carbon in trees, cleaning the water by reducing run-off of pollutants, lessening the affects of flooding and providing habitat for diverse wildlife. In addition, the reforestation project will increase recreational opportunities for visitors and area residents.

This important partnership between private and public organizations, and government entities is an excellent example of how a single donation can be leveraged for additional funds and in-kind contributions.

If you are interested in supporting this and other efforts of the Mississippi Chapter of The Nature Conservancy, please consider becoming a member, donating a tax-deductible gift, providing a donation of land or real estate, or making TNC part of your estate plans.  Your gift—no matter what size—helps ensure the survival of Mississippi’s plants, animals and natural communities.