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This award acknowledges Sullivan’s major achievements in the nature center profession through her work at Dunes Learning Center in Chesterton, Indiana.

This award recognizes Shmulenson’s achievements in the field of nature and environmental learning centers, specifically in organizational leadership, professionalism, professional development, and creativity.

Thanks to our partnership with GrantStation, we are offering our members access to a six-part GrantStation TargetED series, Grants Under Pressure — Thriving in a Tougher Funding Landscape.

ANCA’s Fiscal Year begins July 1, and the new fiscal year brings updates to the Board of Directors.

Our field’s success depends on dedicated individuals like you, who care about the vital work of nature centers in connecting people with the environment.

Sudden AmeriCorps funding cuts have disrupted operations at nature centers across the US. Here we share lessons from how ANCA members are responding.

The Spring 2025 issue of Directions, the official ANCA journal, is now available.

Do you want to share information about the 2025 ANCA Annual Summit? We've collected content for you to use. 

ANCA recently earned the Utah Nonprofits Association (UNA) Credential Badge in Human Resources, demonstrating that we are dedicated to best practices in employee support and organizational compliance.

Registration is now open for the 2025 ANCA Annual Summit, taking place August 25–29 at the Environmental Nature Center (ENC) in Newport Beach, California.

Thanks to our partnership with GrantStation, we are offering our members access to a six-part GrantStation TargetED series, Shifting Perspectives to Enhance Your Grant Competitiveness.

Do you want to elevate your marketing, brand, or web presence? ANCA is partnering with Firespring, a Certified B Corporation that offers creative, marketing, printing, and technology solutions.