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Transformational Giving Invest in the Future of Deer and Hunting

Major gifts provide transformational support for the National Deer Association’s mission to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat, and hunting.

Philanthropic leaders who make significant investments in conservation help expand habitat restoration efforts, advance science-based deer management, and recruit the next generation of hunters.

These gifts allow the National Deer Association to take on larger conservation initiatives and create lasting impact for wildlife and the hunting community.

Impact of Major Giving

Your Leadership Makes Conservation Possible

Major gifts support some of the most important work of NDA

  • Science-based deer research and management
  • Large-scale wildlife habitat restoration
  • Hunter recruitment, education, and mentoring
  • Expansion of conservation programs nationwide

Supporters who make major gifts help ensure that these programs continue to grow and reach more communities.

Ways to Make a Major Gift

Major gifts can be structured in several ways depending on your philanthropic goals.

  1. One-Time Major Gifts – Support priority conservation initiatives with a single gift.
  2. Multi-Year Commitments – Provide long-term support for large conservation projects.
  3. Planned Gifts – Include NDA in your estate plans to support conservation for generations.
  4. Gifts of Land or Assets – Landowners and conservationists sometimes choose to support NDA through gifts of property or appreciated assets.

Recognition of Leadership Donors

The National Deer Association is deeply grateful for the generosity of supporters whose cumulative giving has made a significant impact on conservation.

These philanthropic leaders have helped advance the organization’s mission and strengthen the future of deer hunting across the nation.

Supporters whose lifetime giving has reached significant levels have historically been recognized through the Brothers-Hamilton Society. Their leadership continues to inspire conservation efforts today.

Partner With Us

Explore Major Giving Opportunities

If you are interested in making a major philanthropic investment in the future of deer conservation, our Chief Development Officer, Lauren Varner, would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

Together, we can identify opportunities that align with your conservation interests and philanthropic goals.

If you have any questions, please contact me at 814-490-3200.

Lauren Varner

Chief Development Officer

Lauren Varner is NDA’s Chief Development Officer and has been with the organization since 2021. Prior to…

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