We are pleased to announce that Jim Gribble has been named Fund Development Director for Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes. Jim will be responsible for the development and implementation of all fundraising efforts for the organization.
Jim brings decades of marketing experience and business acumen to the Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes and this newly formed role. “We have long recognized the need for an individual to take a leadership role for our fundraising efforts,” explained Kerry Kelly, the Friends Chairman. We look forward to taking the next step in building our financial foundation through grants and donations from individuals and businesses.
For more information about Jim and the Fund Development Director job, check out our web site: friendsofsleepingbear.org.
There is still time for your 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade class to register for the Winter Snowshoe Program at Sleeping Bear Dunes.
Students can explore the National Lakeshore on a snowshoeing adventure for free and learn about winter ecology, snow science, and more in a hands-on, experiential format. If you are a teacher of grades 3, 4, or 5, contact Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore or check their website for more details on how to apply at www.nps.gov/teachers/classrooms/snowshoe-hikes.htm. You can also email the park at slbe_education@nps.gov for more information.
Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes volunteers, Dan Rimer, Laura Quackenbush, Helene Rimer celebrate a job well done after spending a cold November 8th cleaning and closing the Glen Haven museums for the season. The job was made much easier with the use of these new vacuums purchased by the Friends
If you would like to be part of this fun cleaning crew and help us open the museums in the spring, please e-mail KCole8825@gmail.com.
To learn about other volunteer opportunities at Sleeping Bear Dunes, check out our web site: friendsofsleepingbear.org
The Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes is looking for someone with excellent communication and organizational skills to develop and implement a fundraising strategy that provides sufficient funding for Friends programs.
The duties of the Fund Development Director include:
Work with the Board of Directors to develop fundraising priorities.
Integrate all fundraising programs into an annual Fund Development Plan including grant writing and fundraising.
The Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes is an all-volunteer organization that partners with the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore to protect natural resources and heighten visitor experiences. If you would like to apply for this rewarding and challenging position, please contact secretary@friendsofsleepingbear.org
The job description is available at this link: friendsofsleepingbear.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Fund-Development-Director-20171023.pdf
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We've been building a new hiking trail in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. It is called the Kettles Trail because it provides access to geologic Kettles and bogs. Located on Baatz Road and Fritz Road, the trail will be 3.5 miles long - hiking only. We will be building trail with hand tools on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday after Labor Day. Interested in helping? Come on out anytime between 9 AM and 4 PM. Here's a link to the web site with info and directions: friendsofsleepingbear.org/programs/bow-lakes-trail/
Fund Development Director Named
Jim Gribble has been named Fund Development Director for Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes. Jim will be responsible for the… Read More »
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