Support the Corps

Conservation Corps Minnesota
Conservation Corps Iowa

The Conservation Corps provides meaningful work for young people in improving our environment, conserving energy and responding to emergencies.

Not only do we restore resources, we change lives.

Through Conservation Corps programs, young people become more connected to the outdoors as they develop personal responsibility, a strong work ethic and commitment to environmental stewardship.

Last year, after serving in the Summer Youth Corps, participants reported:
98% are more dependable and reliable with a stronger work ethic
97% better understand of other cultures
97% have a better appreciation for nature
97% are more physically fit
92% have new career options and interests

Our young adult AmeriCorps participants reported …
91% are more self-confident
83% have developed better problem-solving skills
96% are more aware of environmental issues in their community
98% are proud of the work their crew accomplished
91% feel their future has more opportunities and career choices

Urban teens from low-income homes in Youth Outdoors reported …
84% have a greater appreciation for nature and protecting the environment
89% are more comfortable communicating with peers and supervisors
89% have greater self-confidence
84% are more prepared to seek apply for their next job
100% said it was a positive and worthwhile experience

About 20 percent of our program time is devoted to education in environmental science and technology and training in work skills and personal development such as financial management and job interviewing.

The Conservation Corps depends on project partners, grants and donors like you to offer these opportunities to youth and young adults. Your gift to the Conservation Corps benefits our program, corpsmembers’ lives and our natural resources. That is a significant return on investment!

Designate your gift to:

Conservation Corps Minnesota OR Conservation Corps Iowa (or a specifc program such as Youth Outdoors or the Summer Youth Corps)

Or send your gift to:

Conservation Corps Minnesota
2715 Upper Afton Rd Ste 100
Maplewood MN 55119

VOLUNTEER TO SUPPORT THE CORPS

Conservation Corps periodically has opportunities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin for volunteers to work with us in restoring natural resources, mentoring and teaching youth, helping with events and administrative tasks, and other efforts. If you would like more information on volunteer opportunities, please sign up for email notices here.

CURRENT CONTRIBUTORS