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“Discovering a baby snapping turtle down by the creek when I was a toddler—which I mistook for a baby dinosaur—sparked a sense of awe that ignited my curiosity and planted a lifelong need to stay connected to the natural world. I believe all children deserve the chance to experience that same wonder.” - Kelley![]()
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Childhood experiences can inspire entire careers, as was the case with our recently retired Director of Development and Stewardship, Kelley Van Egeren.![]()
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Over 22+ years of service, Kelley led transformational campaigns at ALNC, from spring fundraising and annual giving to capital improvements and planned giving. She stewarded relationships with major donors, researched and wrote grants to cover program expenses, and planned and organized unique and exciting fundraising events. Her passion, dedication, and work ethic helped grow our little nature center into a licensed nature preschool, summer camp, and after-school facility.![]()
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A champion of our mission through and through, she certainly has left some big shoes to fill. As we welcome our new major gifts manager in a couple of weeks, we reflect in reverence of Kelley’s service.![]()
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