The Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter safeguards 1,200 acres of wetlands, wildlife habitat, and scenic open space—a refuge for nature and a place for people to connect with the environment.
Your donation helps:
- Educate the next generation—$60 brings a class of 20 students to explore nature firsthand.
- Restore critical habitats—$100 plants native shrubs and seeds that sustain wildlife.
- Preserve Park City’s natural beauty—Your support keeps 10 miles of trails and wildlife viewing areas thriving.
As climate change and development threaten our landscapes, your support ensures that wildlife has a refuge and future generations can learn to protect it.
Sandhill Society
Sustain the future of Swaner Preserve and inspire generations of nature lovers by joining the Sandhill Society with an annual gift of $1,000 or more.
Your gift can:
- Protect critical wildlife habitat and preserve Park City’s natural beauty.
- Provide hands-on environmental education for thousands of children and adults.
- Fund special exhibitions that connect our community to nature in new ways.
Make a lasting impact—become a Sandhill Society member today.
Other Ways to Donate
Make checks payable to “Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter – USU" and mail to 1258 Center Drive, Park City, UT 84098.
Wire or Stock Transfer
Contact swanerecocenter@usu.edu for instructions.
Planned Giving
Leave a legacy or nurturing, education, and preserving by giving through bequests, charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, life insurance, and other planned giving vehicles. If you would like to learn more about making a planned gift to Swaner EcoCenter, visit USUGiftLegacy.org or contact Gordon Nelson at 435-797-7191 or gordon.nelson@usu.edu.
Matching Gift
Does your employer offer a matching gift program? Check with your company to see if they participate—it’s an easy way to increase your impact and support conservation, education, and habitat restoration.
Endowment
Would you like to see your legacy live on at Swaner EcoCenter? You can make a donation to help us endow a staff position or endow our programming. Please consult with staff when considering this significant gift. Learn about our Conservation Endowment!
Federal Tax Identification Number
Swaner was founded as a 501(c)3 in 1993, and gifted itself to Utah State University in 2010. We operate as a nonprofit under USU’s EIN: 87-6000528
Corporate & Foundation Giving
Support Swaner Preserve & EcoCenter through partnership opportunities to align your company’s goals with our mission. Explore opportunities to have a positive impact through sponsorship of an event, program, exhibit, and more.
Contact Information
Name: Janna Coulter
Position: Community Engagement Manager
E-mail: janna.coulter@usu.edu
Phone: 435-797-8939
Location, Hours & Contact
Physical & Mailing Address
1258 Center Drive
Park City, Utah 84098
EcoCenter Hours
Wednesday – Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm
Email
swanerecocenter@usu.edu
Phone
435-649-1767
