SCCF recognizes volunteers at annual event
The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) reported that volunteers are invaluable to its organization.
Nearly 300 individuals help support each and every program area. From planting mangroves and monitoring sea turtle nests to its newest volunteers from The International Osprey Foundation, their dedicated time and effort makes it possible for the SCCF to carry out its mission.
On March 13, the SCCF celebrated and gave thanks to its 2025-26 volunteers during its annual Volunteer Appreciation Party, with special recognition given to those who have been a part of the SCCF family for five years or more.
“Our amazing volunteers go above and beyond each and every year for our organization,” Coastal Watch Director Kealy Pfau said. “We can’t begin to thank them enough for all the hard work they do to help fulfill our mission.”
The event included appetizers, lunch, remarks from Chief Executive Officer James Evans, and a team-based “case of the missing volunteer” scavenger hunt around the Bailey Homestead Preserve.
“It would be essentially impossible to complete even just monitoring surveys without our volunteer team. Volunteers help us to monitor and conserve wildlife the best that we can and have aided in the growth of our scope of work in areas like research and outreach,” sea turtle biologist Jack Brzoza said. “We are so grateful for all their hard work and dedication.”