Pollinator Friendly Alliance Inc

The Pollinator Friendly Alliance Inc. is a US-based grassroots conservation organization dedicated to protecting and restoring pollinator habitats across the United States. Its mission is to promote environmental stewardship by safeguarding pollinators and biodiversity, aiming for a world that lives in harmony with the natural world.

Mission and Objectives

The organization focuses on several key areas to achieve its mission:

• Critical Habitat Restorations: It works to restore and protect native habitats essential for pollinator survival. This involves converting former agricultural fields into biodiverse habitats using regenerative practices like animal grazing and controlled burns.
• Reduce Pesticide Pollution: Recognizing pesticides as a major cause of pollinator decline, the alliance advocates for sustainable models that avoid chemical use in backyards, communities, and public spaces.
• Public Education and Citizen Science: The organization engages the community through educational events, nature immersion programs, and citizen science initiatives to raise awareness about pollinator conservation.
• Advocacy and Community Stewardship: It collaborates with policymakers and communities to implement pollinator-friendly policies and land management practices.

Achievements

Notable achievements of the Pollinator Friendly Alliance include:

• Volunteer Contributions: Over 20,000 volunteer hours dedicated to conservation work.
• Community Impact: More than 50 communities have passed pollinator protection resolutions and reduced pesticide use.
• Habitat Restoration: Already converted over 200 acres into biodiverse habitat with a goal of 400 acres by 2025.
• Educational Outreach: Educated over 5,000 people in ecological land stewardship practices.

Projects

Significant projects include restoring areas within Lake Elmo Park Reserve and establishing Pollinator Park in Stillwater. These projects involve collaboration with local authorities and use innovative methods like goat grazing and timed mowing to maintain diverse ecosystems.

Leadership and Governance

The organization is led by a dedicated board of directors, including professionals with diverse backgrounds in ecology, conservation, and education. The executive director, Laurie Schneider, is instrumental in guiding the organization's growth and conservation efforts.