activities · 7
what they do
direct service · 6
- Fundraising for Sabino Canyon conservation and improvement projects Fundraising for Trail & Park MaintenanceRaises funds to support a range of projects in Sabino Canyon, including trail maintenance, facilities improvements, water well development, interpretive exhibits, educational field trips, habitat restoration, invasive species management, and research. The organization has raised over one million dollars since 1993 to complete these initiatives.
- Fundraising for Sabino Canyon conservation and improvement projects Fundraising for Trail & Park MaintenanceRaises funds to support a range of conservation and visitor experience improvement initiatives in Sabino Canyon, including trail maintenance, facility upgrades, water infrastructure, interpretive exhibits, educational programs, and ecological restoration. Has raised over one million dollars since 1993 for these purposes.
- Implementation of Sabino Canyon improvement projects Fundraising for Trail & Park MaintenanceCompletes projects such as the Gateway Project, restoration of Lowell Ranger Station, new bathrooms, exhibits in the Visitor Center, and ramadas at Cactus Picnic Area. Also funds ongoing projects like the Canyon Interpretive Outpost, bridge repair, invasive species eradication, and Visitor Center Master Plan re-imagining.
- Implementation of capital and restoration projects in Sabino Canyon Fundraising for Trail & Park MaintenanceCompletes on-the-ground projects in Sabino Canyon such as the Gateway Project, restoration of the Lowell Ranger Station, construction of new restrooms and ramadas, and installation of exhibits in the Visitor Center, funded through community support and donations.
- Managing tribute and memorial donation programs Pet Memorial and Tribute ProgramsOffers tribute and memorial donation options to honor individuals, with memorial donors receiving an annual membership for contributions of $50 or more. These donations support the organization’s broader conservation and improvement efforts in Sabino Canyon.
- Project funding for ecological and visitor experience improvements Fundraising for Trail & Park MaintenanceProvides funding for specific annual projects in Sabino Canyon, including the Canyon Interpretive Outpost, bridge repairs, invasive species eradication, and redevelopment of the Visitor Center Master Plan, with planned initiatives for 2024.
capacity building · 1
- Fundraising for Sabino Canyon projects Fundraising for Trail & Park MaintenanceRaises over one million dollars since 1993 to support various projects in Sabino Canyon, including trail maintenance, facilities improvements, water wells, interpretive exhibits, educational field trips, restoration, research funding, and invasive species management.
strategies · 3
how they think
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- Fund conservation and education through targeted donor engagement conservation_and_education_fundingThe organization raises funds to support Forest Service-identified projects that conserve, protect, and enhance Sabino Canyon, with a focus on trail maintenance, ecological restoration, invasive species research, and educational programming. Donor engagement is strengthened through memorial and tribute donations, including annual membership benefits for contributors of $50 or more.
- Fund conservation and educational initiatives through targeted fundraising conservation_and_education_fundingFRIENDS OF SABINO CANYON INC raises funds specifically to support Forest Service-identified projects that conserve, protect, and enhance Sabino Canyon, including trail maintenance, ecological restoration, invasive species research, and educational programming to improve visitor experience.
- Funding conservation and visitor experience through targeted projects conservation_and_education_fundingThe organization raises funds to support specific projects identified by the Forest Service, focusing on conservation, protection, and enhancement of Sabino Canyon's ecological health and visitor experience. This includes trail maintenance, ecological restoration, educational programming, and research on invasive species.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Educational Support
Funds school field trips, educational kits, teaching areas, and interpretive exhibits and outposts
Facilities Enhancement
Supports construction and repair of trails, bridges, ramadas, restrooms, signage, and visitor center exhibits
Invasive Species Management
Funds eradication, surveying, and mapping of invasive species such as Arundo and non-native grasses in Sabino Canyon
Restoration Projects
Finances post-fire recovery, historic stonework repair, water well development, and habitat restoration
relationships · 4
who they work with
- Forest Service Partner — Identifies projects for conservation and enhancement of the Sabino Canyon Recreation Area.
- Sabino Canyon Volunteer Naturalists Partner — FOSC refers individuals to SCVN for volunteer opportunities.
- Santa Catalina Volunteer Patrol Partner — FOSC refers individuals to SCVP for volunteer opportunities.
- United States Forest Service Partner — Collaborates with the United States Forest Service, which has management authority over development and restorations in the Santa Catalina Mountains.