FUND THE MISSION!

For this year's gala and auction, we have identified five items critically needed to sustain and expand our environmental education programs. You can help by funding all or part of these essential items!

Help us continue to educate the next generation of environmental stewards!

We need to raise $2,200 for a total of eight (8) microscopes, or $275 each. You can fund one, or more, or all!

Using advanced digital microscopes, visiting students get an up close and personal view of a variety of organisms inhabiting our lake. From plankton like bosmina and ceriodaphnia observed aboard the Floating Classroom, to macroinvertebrates like caddisflies and scuds found in the Musconetcong River, these microscopes are essential for providing students with an intimate experience with our diverse, small-scale world.

From humble beginnings in 2012, our educational programs have grown to serve over 2,000 students from 30 schools through our 2024 spring environmental field trips. We also run regular public eco cruises each summer, offering unique opportunities for the public to learn about and explore new Jersey's largest lake. And this fall, we are excited to launch an inaugural high school program, further expanding our educational offerings. To support these initiatives, we need more and new equipment to "keep our boat afloat."

While all money raised through our gala and auction supports our environmental, educational, community, and advocacy programs, Fund The Mission allows donors to address urgent needs directly. Any funds raised in excess of these needs will be applied where they are needed most.