ECO is open to everyone interested in preserving and conserving the natural heritage of the mountain region. Our organization is supported through its membership base and donations. ECO has over 500 members. Dues, donations, fundraising events, and grants support the organization’s activities. ECO depends on the support of people like you to continue its important community activities.

The Environmental and Conservation Organization is a community-based 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization incorporated in 1990 and is not affiliated with any national organization. Its board of directors reflects the diverse segments having an interest in environmental conservation and preservation. Composed of members of all walks of life, the organization seeks to educate and advocate for environmental issues. Students, retirees, professionals, government officials, business owners, landowners, life-long mountain residents, newcomers, and many others all find a common voice through membership in ECO.

Member Benefits
ECO members receive a quarterly 8-page newsletter that keeps them updated on local environmental issues. The handy Calendar of Events lists special activities such as hikes, programs, and public meetings. Members are also eligible for special members-only hikes and discounts at ECO events. As a special benefit in 2009, all new and renewing members will receive a gift certificate for $20 to Diamond Brand Outdoors! Plus, get a 10% discount at Mast General Store, Wild Birds Unlimited (Hendersonville and Asheville stores) and Ventures Bird Watching and Natural History Tours by showing your current membership card. New and renewing members who donate at the 100 or more level this spring will receive a FREE river trip from Green River Adventures. Other discounts to come!

Choose your membership type:

Corporate $_____ Chestnut (life member) $500 or more Sycamore $250 Dogwood $100 Maple $65 Hemlock $40 Oak $25 Redbud (student) $10

You will receive a membership card, Diamond Brand gift card, and thank you letter in the mail.

TYPES OF MEMBERSHIP		CONTRIBUTION
Corporate		$__________
Chestnut		$500 or more
Sycamore		$250
Dogwood		$100
Maple		$65
Hemlock		$40
Oak		$25
Redbud (Students Only)		$10

Members are the lifeblood of our organization. Your continuing support helps make use strong and able to meet the environmental challenges now and into the future. Please renew your membership today!

Choose your membership type:

Corporate $_____ Chestnut (life member) $500 or more Sycamore $250 Dogwood $100 Maple $65 Hemlock $40 Oak $25 Redbud (student) $10

You will receive a membership card, Diamond Brand gift card, and thank you letter in the mail.

CLIMBING THE NEXT MOUNTAINTOP: Help ECO Climb to the Next Level….

Mount Mitchell: $30,000 – finances ECO’s water quality program for one year

Mount Pisgah: $10,000 – funds land use planning advocacy work in 2010

Pinnacle Mountain: $5,000 – supports ECO’s recycling efforts

Bearwallow Mountain: $1,000 – pays for next year’s Environmental Scholarship

Sugar Loaf Mountain: $500 – subsidizes biomonitoring supplies

Stone Mountain: $250 – sponsors forum on energy conservation/renewable energy

Long John Mountain: $100 – helps support Christmas Tree recycling

Name Your Mountain: $_______

Or, contact ECO to make a donation in person or via mail.

Won’t you become an ECO Sustainer?

In order to grow as a regional environmental leader, ECO needs a consistent cashflow – one that comes from greater guaranteed support. Our Environmental Sustainer program helps meet this need by encouraging supporters to donate regularly throughout the year (monthly, quarterly, semi-annual or annually) at whatever rate they choose. 

Thanks to our partnership with Moneris Funds, you can opt to have your gifts to ECO come directly out of your credit or debit card account. You’ll get a monthly statement from your card provider and we’ll send you an annual statement to account for your tax-deductible donations. No need to write checks, send mail or remember due dates.

Annual membership is included as part of your donation and comes with such great incentives as discounts at Diamond Brand Outdoors, Mast General Store and Wild Birds Unlimited in Hendersonville. Additionally, Sustainers donating $100 or more each year receive a free kayak trip with Green River Adventures.

We value your commitment to our environmental values and hope you’ll continue to support us by becoming an Environmental Sustainer. 

To authorize ECO to set up your recurring gift, please print out this form. Fill it out, sign it and bring by our office or mail to ECO, 121 Third Avenue W / Suite 4, Hendersonville NC 28792.