Summit Society
What is it?
The McDowell Sonoran Conservancy’s Summit Society is an esteemed group of donors who are pivotal in advancing our mission to preserve and protect the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. Comprising of dedicated individuals committed to environmental conservation, the Summit Society stands as a cornerstone of our efforts to safeguard this natural treasure. Membership in the Summit Society signifies a commitment to substantially impacting the preservation of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, providing critical support for conservation projects, educational initiatives, and sustainable management.
Why Join?
Joining the Summit Society provides a platform for like-minded individuals to connect, collaborate, and amplify their impact. Donors gain exclusive access to insider updates on ongoing conservation initiatives, ensuring they are at the forefront of our efforts. Additionally, Summit Society members enjoy special events, unique networking opportunities, recognition, and a sense of shared purpose from being part of a community dedicated to environmental stewardship. By uniting under the Summit Society banner, donors contribute to the tangible success of our preservation projects and foster a legacy of environmental responsibility and community engagement.
Member Level and Benefits
$1 to $59
- Monthly e-newsletter: Conservancy Connections
$60 to $999
- Monthly member e-newsletter: Member Insights
- Annual membership sticker
- 10% off merchandise with code
- Sonoran Spotlight
- Invitation to Donor update Zoom calls
- Personal live call with staff
$1,000 to $4,999
- All Conservancy Member benefits
- Invitation to annual Summit Society events
- Summit Society Breakfast
- Summit Recognition
- Quarterly “State of the Conservancy” updates and CEO updates
- Outreach and feedback call from Board Members
$5,000 to $9,999
- All Protector benefits
- Brown’s Ranch Donor Wall recognition
- Personal calls with CEO
- Invitation to exclusive science presentations or activities
$10,000 and above
- All Leader benefits
- Lunch with the CEO or Board Chair
- Assigned Steward Ambassador
- Invites to exclusive science activities in the Preserve
Disclaimer: As with all gift planning, you should consult with your tax advisor and lawyer to determine what strategy is best for your current tax situation and income requirements. Consulting professionals will help ensure that your wishes to make a lasting impact will be fulfilled.
Summit Society Members
- Franks and Deborah Adams
- Victoria Adams
- Kathleen and Gerard Albanese
- Jeanine and Jim Allsup
- Debbie and Jeff Andrews
- Lisa Bacus
- Ann and Brian Balusek
- Jason and Jane Barlow
- Lisa and Ben Basil
- Redfield and Susan Baum
- Shelley and Greg Bausch
- Philip and Lydia Bell
- Lisa Berman
- John Berry
- Caroline Bissell
- Sue Borman
- Cindy Bozik
- Brad and Lisa Zulke
- Arthur Brandon
- Suzy and Craig Bruya
- Suzanne Buerger
- Bob and Gail Buuck
- Michael and Susan Caporali
- Peggy Chamberlain
- Chauncey Foundation
- Edward and Pam Chu
- Karen Churchard
- Gina and John Clark
- Gloria and Rich Cochran
- Catherine and Steve Coluccio
- Elaine and Paul Cottey
- Buzz and Judy Cummins
- Robert and Sheryl Damico
- Michael D’Andrea
- Leslie Dashew and Jack Salisbury
- Mary DeCabooter
- Cia Devan
- John and Kris DeWulf
- Darryn and Ellen Dieken
- Gary and Mary Dokes
- Darrell Eckstein
- Tom Errath
- Donald and Diane Field
- Nigel and Jeanne Finney
- Sharon and Bruce Fitts
- Jennifer Flick
- Won Fogel
- Lynda and Jim Frantz
- Kristi Fuller
- Gasper and Laura Genovese
- Tracy Glass
- Denise Goergen
- Andrew Gordon
- Dan and Elaine Gruber
- Melissa Guardaro
- Philip and Susan Hagenah
- Bill Hahn
- Catherine Hall
- Rob and Debra Hallagan
- Dorie Hanson
- Pete Hathaway
- Bud Heintz
- David and Kathy Heiser
- Laura and Rocky Henderson
- Robbi and John Henrickson
- Mike and Marianne Hermann
- Tom and Lou Ann Hillman
- Bill and Cathy Hurtle
- Chuck James
- James C. and Norma I. Smith
- Marianne Jensen
- Jordan Jobe
- Marge Keely
- Stephanie King
- Ronald and Cheryl Komo
- Christine and Rick Kovach
- Greg and Kathy Kruzel
- Todd and Kelly LaPorte
- Eric Leshinskie
- Robert and Shari Levitan
- Joseph and Carol Lizzadro
- Catherine Long
- David Lorenz
- Warren Loveland
- John Lynch
- Steve and Trese Lytle
- Raymond Maas
- Dana Martin
- Susan Matthews and Fred Mirmelstein
- Robert Mawk
- Kevin and Cinda McClain
- Kelly McCullough
- Scott Menzel
- Katharine Messenger
- Sabrina Messinger-Acevedo
- Allison Mistlebauer
- Moeller Foundation
- Barbara Montgomery-Ratcliff and James
- Ratcliff
- Lisa Moran
- Monica Names
- Richard O’Connor
- Michael O’Connor
- Kerry and Dimitry Philipovitch
- Donald Pike
- Nicholas and Karen Pyett
- Mark Reifsteck
- Roger and Patricia Riepe
- Edgardo Rivera
- Michael and Hilary Roberts
- Donald Rocap
- Shirley and Sam Rogers
- Eileen and Robert Rominger
- Adam Rosenberg
- Diane Rosenberg
- William Ruppert
- Amrita Sahasrabudhe
- Ruth Salant
- Michael and Stephanie Savastio
- Peter Schlosser
- Larry and Louise Shwartz
- John and Kay Sims
- Bob Skerker
- Bob Small
- David and Diana Smith
- Donald Springett
- Paul and Mary Staker
- Michael Stanley
- Patricia and Greg Stark
- Jim and Linda Stinson
- Thomas and Karen Stutz
- Allen and Paula Swanson
- James and Joyce Talen
- B.J. Tatro and Frank Romaglia
- Kathleen Taylor Pompliano
- Julie Tebo
- The Bob and Renee Parsons Foundation
- Katherine Thornton
- Jim and Nancy Tillinghast
- Margie Traylor
- Kimberley Valentine
- Denise and William Villalon
- Bob and Emily Vincent
- Vogel Family Foundation
- Scott Weiss and Andrea Maron
- John and Margie Wiehoff
- Mark Winkleman
- John Zikias
Summit Society Members as of July 1, 2024 who wish to be recognized
