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This Giving Tuesday, join us in preserving Geauga County’s natural beauty. The Foundation for Geauga Parks raises money to support conservation of the parks and preserves we all cherish, ensuring they stay pristine for generations to come. Support the Foundation for Geauga Parks this Giving Tuesday, December 3, and be a part of preserving our natural heritage.

Leadership Geauga presented a $10,025 check to the Foundation for Geauga Parks on May 2. The donation was made possible through the 2024 Emerald Ball’s “Call to the Heart” portion of the live auction held March 1. From left to right: Janice Sugarman, Leadership Geauga Board President;  John Lateulere and Melissa Capretta, Leadership Geauga board members; Meredith Ashkettle, Executive Director of Leadership Geauga; Danielle Martincic, Emerald Ball committee member; Lee Imhoff, Leadership Geauga’s 2024 Emerald Leader; Christine Davidson, Foundation for Geauga Parks Executive Director; Erin Stevenson, Foundation for Geauga Parks Administrative Associate; Eric Sukalac, Foundation for Geauga Parks Board President; and Amy Murfello, Leadership Geauga Marketing and Outreach Manager.

The Foundation for Geauga Parks is very excited to once again sponsor the Geauga Park District's 29th Annual Nature Writing Contest. Calling anyone who has ever been inspired by Nature: Geauga Park District is now accepting entries into its – Nature-inspired poetry and prose by creative writers of any age, be they experienced writers or complete amateurs. Let nature inspire you this month and get writing…you never know where creativity will get you!   Entries must be received by Earth Day, April 22

The Foundation for Geauga Parks’ latest initiative aims to educate and engage Geauga County residents about the importance of pollination.