Gift of the Environment

How often do we struggle around the holidays to identify a unique gift for those special people in our lives? At a time when material goods are at a maximum and special gift ideas are hard to come by, a Gift of the Environment is an opportunity to purchase a holiday gift for a loved one while at the same time, helping to protect our region's most significant natural areas. As well, each gift is fully tax deductible, making this an extremely attractive gift giving option. As the year is drawing to a close, the Essex Region Conservation Foundation provides you with an opportunity to maximize your tax deductible contributions for the year.

For a donation of $40 or more, your Gift of the Environment will help protect that habitat of the Great Horned Owl, the Painted Midland Turtle, the Monarch Butterfly, or the Bullfrog. In return, you'll be provided with an attractive 8" x 11" certificate featuring the photo and acknowledgement of the species that you have protected, along with a tax receipt.

Gifts of the Environment can be purchased by downloading the order form and returning it with a cheque, credit card number or money order to Essex Region Conservation Foundation, 360 Fairview Avenue West, Suite 311, Essex, ON N8M 1Y6. Alternatively, you can purchase your Gift of the Environment online, or call 519 776 5209 ext. 398. Please note that all orders must be received by the Conservation Foundation by December 16, 2005 to ensure they are returned to you by December 23.