How You Can Help

We have several ways you can help to support our mission of local land preservation:

A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in. (Greek Proverb)

Check your mail today for our Annual Fund/Membership Drive...Become a Member and get the inside scoop on land trust news and events.
Or Donate Now...to create more SHADE !

Become a member of the Kennett Township Land Trust and The Land Conservancy for Southern Chester County ("TLC FOR SCC").

Your annual support allows us to continue your goal of ensuring the perpetual preservation and stewardship of open space, natural resources, historic sites, and working agricultural lands throughout Southern Chester County.


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1. Become a Supporter and help us to spearhead projects, provide land/trail maintenance, office assistance, and coordinate special events;
2. Donate to our yearly fund drive, attend outreach events, and fundraising events.We welcome your tax deductible donations year round and appreciate public and private support. For more information on land easement, volunteering, or employment opportunities, please contact our office at 610-388-0347 or gwen.landtrust@verizon.net
3. Donation of a Conservation Easement - Click HERE to find out how (Easement Definition PDF file)
4. Become a Kennett Township Land Trust Board member

Board Member Responsibilities

Those who wish to be considered for a Board position should have:

• A demonstrated interest in the mission of the Kennett Township Land Trust.
• The time available to be an active Board member and fulfill the responsibilities outlined in this job description.
• Skills and knowledge that will assist the organization in achieving its mission and goals.

Board members can expect the following support for their work:

• Agendas and special documents to be reviewed for a Board meeting will be delivered (typically via email) two to five days in advance of the meeting. (To avoid unnecessary waste and expense, Board members are expected to print and bring these documents to meetings)
• Access to staff to respond to questions and concerns.
• Board meeting dates for the coming year will be set prior to the current year’s end.
• New Board member orientation session.

Board members can expect the following in return for their work:

• Satisfaction in knowing they have made a difference in preserving the natural resources in their community.

If you would like to help, please contact Gwen Lacy , Executive Director at 610-388-0347 or send an email to: gwen.landtrust@verizon.net or Charles Davidson