Michigan Pheasants Forever

Michigan Pheasant Restoration Initiative (MPRI) Coalition Accomplishment Report:  2011-2020

“We are very proud of the diverse coalition of agencies and organizations, who contributed to MPRI accomplishments over the last 10 years. Their staff, volunteers and financial resources made  a big difference for wildlife habitat and our quality of life. We look forward to seeing this coalition continue to work together in this unique conservation partnership.” 

– Bill Vander Zouwen, Pheasants Forever Regional Representative & MPRI Co-Chair

Restoring Habitat Together - THE REPORT

Like you, I’ve seen first-hand how we have lost an incredible amount of wildlife habitat as well as numbers of hunters, who fund conservation through their license fees.  This is particularly true of grassland wildlife such as pheasants and quail and the small game hunters who pursue them.  Pheasants Forever is desperate to do something significant about these problems with our Call of the Uplands Campaign, with the goal of improving 9 million acres of habitat, engaging 1.5 million people in educational events, and advocating for laws, policies and budgets that support our mission.  That’s a $500,000,000 commitment!

I’m wondering if you are in a position to Answer the Call by helping our campaign in one or more of the following ways:

• Becoming a $1000 Pheasants Forever Life Member
• Becoming a dual Life Member in Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever ($1000 for second Life Membership)
• Becoming a Patron Member at $10,000.
• Becoming a Gold Patron Member at $25,000.
• Contributing any amount to our Michigan Adopt-A-Game Area Program that accelerates grassland habitat improvements on 20 state wildlife areas in southern Michigan (donations of $500 or more get an engraved metal plate with their individual or business name on a property kiosk).
• Contributing any amount to our Legislative Action Fund that has brought millions of dollars to Michigan for conservation.
• Contributing any amount to our No Child Left Indoors initiative that connects youth to nature and outdoor recreation.
• Contributing any amount to our nationwide Build A Wildlife Area Program to permanently provide habitat through acquisition of new public lands.
• Honoring the passing of a dear family member or friend with a gift in their honor to Pheasants Forever

For a limited time, new Life members will receive a PF logo Yeti Hopper soft-sided cooler that retails at $300 at my local hardware store (logo only through PF).

If you wish to send a check for Life Membership or other contributions, you can make it out to Pheasants Forever and mail it to Bill Vander Zouwen, 3777 Black Creek Dr., Hudsonville, MI 49426.  If you wish to consider a major gift in the form of a check, stock transfer, or other form, I’d be happy to talk to you and facilitate your gift.

Hit the NEWS button below to access archived Michigan Pheasants Forever newsletters (SUBSCRIBE to our mailing list) and videos from National on Governmental Affairs OR Education & Outreach.

News

The MI Adopt-A-Game Area Program raised $389,515 for grassland habitat projects on MI public lands in 2019!  Funds were provided by a diverse group of sponsors across the state, and will restore or enhance 1,108 acres over the next few years!

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Ways to support Michigan Pheasants Forever:  

IN MEMORY of a loved one or friend:  We have had requests to make a donation in someone's name.  You can make a check out to Pheasants Forever and send it to our State Representative Bill Vander Zouwen, 3777 Black Creek Dr., Hudsonville, MI 49426.   If you’d like to discuss specific programs for your donation, please email your phone number to Bill.  He would be happy to talk to you.  Email Bill

Donate to AAGAP:  Habitat management projects on Michigan State Game areas, this project is also known as Adopt a Game Area Program.  You can find more information and a DONATE button on the AAGAP tab.

JOIN!  Your membership helps us influence national legislation for wildlife habitat, hunting recreation and passing on our hunting heritage to youth.  Become a member at www.pheasantsforever.com starting at $35 annually or take it to the next level by becoming a Life or Patron member -  contact Bill Vander Zouwen.

Michigan Pheasants Forever's members are truly passionate about creating, preserving and restoring habitat that benefits pheasants, quail and other upland wildlife. This unique model empowers local chapters with the responsibility to determine how 100 percent of their locally-raised conservation funds will be spent.

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