Comments on: Illinois Audubon Society receives $30 million bequest from the Hebard Estate

By: Duane Short

Duane Short — Mon, 12 Jul 2021 06:14:42 +0000

Such an unprecedented and amazing gift merits the greatest care when exercising our responsibilities as the organization’s leaders, staffers, members and volunteers when decision-making and implementing those decisions.

Scientifically sound guidance, hopefully, will always reign supreme as IAS and its Chapters continue to protect our struggling bird populations and the natural ecosystems they and all wildlife have relied upon for their continued existence over eons of geological and biological change… which continues moment by moment, day by day, year by year, century by century and as long as life persists on this wonderful planet Earth.

By: Mary

Mary — Sat, 26 Jun 2021 12:24:19 +0000

In reply to Nat Miller. An very very generous and significant act by The Hebards! Thank you Hebard estate.

By: Mary Bernat

Mary Bernat — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 19:22:41 +0000

My gratitude extends to the memory of Gilbert and Mary Hebard themselves and for placing their trust in IAS as steward of their dreams. Dream as big as the Hebards did, IAS, and keep offering field trips that change lives. Thanks for sharing this astounding news.

By: Coral Ackerman

Coral Ackerman — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 20:27:19 +0000

In a time of rapidly disappearing habitat, it seems so important to spend a large portion of this wonderful gift on land acquisition and the care of it. Also on education. Manage the money wisely so it lasts for generations!

By: Mark Q. Keister

Mark Q. Keister — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 23:23:56 +0000

What as incredible contribution!

By: Rosemary Gaertner

Rosemary Gaertner — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 22:04:30 +0000

What wonderful news in an otherwise difficult 1 1/2 years medically and politically. I agree it speaks to the proven credibility and heart of the Illinois Audubon Society. I am proud to be a member. Rock On!!!

By: Francine Appleton

Francine Appleton — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 22:03:23 +0000

Thanks to everyone who has been involved as a member or friend of the organization over the years! The incredible gift from the Hebards will advance the mission of Illinois Audubon for years to come. We believe that all Illinoisans benefit from the conservation of our natural areas.

By: John Leonard

John Leonard — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 21:14:21 +0000

Wow! What a tremendous opportunity for IAS to boost their already amazing efforts to help the birds of Illinois! Fantastic news.

By: Jerry Paulson

Jerry Paulson — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 19:31:57 +0000

In reply to Randy Schietzelt. That is great news! The gift will secure the future of IAS and the management of its preserves for decades to come.

By: Randy Schietzelt

Randy Schietzelt — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 18:20:36 +0000

In reply to Mary Lou Mellon. Thanks Mary Lou. We have our work cut out for us to make an even bigger positive impact.