OUR APPROACH
Partnerships: Uniting Conservation Allies for Prairie and Pollinator Protection
Photo courtesy of TPWD @Chase Fountain 2016
Partnerships: Uniting Conservation Allies for Prairie and Pollinator Protection
At Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation, our partnerships bring together mission-driven nonprofits, corporate sponsors, and dedicated contributors who share our commitment to native prairie and pollinator conservation.
We champion the work of organizations focused on restoring these vital landscapes while securing the financial backing needed to turn innovative ideas into impactful projects.
Together, our collaborative efforts drive transformative change across Texas, ensuring a lasting legacy of ecological resilience and natural beauty. These strategic partnerships are essentials to advancing our shared vision of a thriving, resilient landscape for generations to come.
Pollinators & Prairies would not be possible without the support of our sponsors and conservation partners.
Presenting Sponsor
H-E-B is committed to conserving Texas’ natural resources through their commitment to Our Texas, Our Future. Millions of Texans rely on them for food so they are dedicated to the health of Texas’ land, water, and air for generations to come.
Supporting Sponsor
Phillips 66 has a sustainability focus on operating excellence, minimizing their impact on the environment, developing a high-performing organization and engaging with their stakeholders. They understand the challenge of meeting the world’s energy needs in an environmentally responsible manner and advancing high-return projects that will reduce emissions intensity.
CONTRIBUTORS
- Anna and Matthew Lee
- Mender
- Stewards of the Wild, Austin Chapter
CONSERVATION PARTNERS
The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, Texas’ state botanical garden and a University of Texas field station, has over 40 years of experience restoring grassland habitats. With a research program dedicated to advancing land management for native plants and pollinators, the Wildflower Center serves as a premier prairie demonstration site. Its scientific expertise and commitment to habitat restoration make it a cornerstone in Texas’ conservation community, inspiring innovation and sustainable practices statewide.
The Native Plant Society of Texas (NPSOT) is dedicated to conserving, researching, and showcasing the state’s native flora and their habitats. Through education, outreach, and example NPSOT empowers communities to appreciate and protect Texas’ botanical heritage. With over 30 chapters statewide, NPSOT organizes engaging field trips, workshops, and demonstrations on plant identification, propagation, landscaping, and more. By nurturing local expertise and encouraging hands-on conservation, NPSOT plays a pivotal role in ensuring that Texas’ native plants thrive.
The Native Prairies Association of Texas (NPAT) is a nonprofit membership organization and accredited land trust committed to conserving and restoring Texas’ native prairies, savannas, and grasslands. Through strategic acquisitions, partnerships, and conservation easements, NPAT safeguards critical prairie landscapes. The organization engages communities with educational workshops, field trips, and volunteer initiatives that highlight the ecological and cultural value of prairies. With active chapters in key regions, NPAT inspires local stewardship and a deeper appreciation for these vital natural habitats.
The Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) is the state agency responsible for managing and conserving Texas’ natural resources for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. TPWD advances prairie restoration and pollinator conservation through the TPWD Private Lands and Habitat program and the Wildlife Diversity program. Additionally, Texas State Parks and TPWD’s Communication Division connects Texans with the outdoors and educates them about conservation issues so that they become better stewards of the natural world.
The Texas Wildlife Association champions the conservation and responsible management of Texas’ wildlife and habitats while upholding private lands property rights. TWA also advances Texas’ proud hunting heritage. Through advocacy, education, and hands-on initiatives, TWA works to ensure Texas’ wildlife flourishes on private lands.
The Wildlife Habitat Federation (WHF) drives on-the-ground restoration and sustainable management of prairie habitats, ensuring the long-term conservation of soil, water, air, and wildlife. WHF efforts enhance both ecosystem health and land productivity, reinforcing prairie conservation as a cornerstone of Texas’ environmental future. By uniting science, policy, and community engagement, WHF is advancing climate-smart conservation practices across the state.
