Working together to make a world of difference
The Eco Central Campaign started in 2018 to transform our building into a model of sustainability! We spent the last several years fundraising to renovate and modernize our building, and expand our program reach and impact.
With help from our community we are pleased to share that we reached our fundraising goal for this project, and we started the remodel! This newly remodeled space will help drive a more sustainable, resilient Central Oregon for years to come.
If you contributed to the Eco Central campaign— thank you! Your financial contribution is the reason we can keep working to make Central Oregon a sustainable place to live.
Note: All donors will be recognized at the renovated Environmental Center Facility
Campaign Objectives
Program Impact: $1.3 million investment
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
Climate, garden, and waste lessons for all ages.
CLIMATE ADVOCACY
Local, regional, and statewide action to deliver lasting change.
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Create opportunities for civic engagement and individual growth.
COMMUNICATIONS AND OUTREACH
Amplify and expand environmental engagement.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION
Involve and learn from historically marginalized communities.
Facility Vision: $2.7 million investment
- Renovate and modernize our facility in Bend: meeting/collaboration spaces, kitchen, and offices.
- Add state-of-the-art heating and cooling, energy efficiency, and solar systems.
- Improve accessibility for people with disabilities.
- Enhance outdoor learning spaces, including the community garden and greenhouse.
Timeline
Spring/Summer 2026
Move into remodeled facility
December 2025
Overshot our fundraising goal!
Fall 2025
Groundbreaking!
Spring/Summer 2025
Community Campaign Appeal to reach $3.7 million.
February 2025
$3.6 million - 90% to our goal! COMPLETED
September 2024
$3.3 million– 80% to our goal!
COMPLETED
Thank you to our leading Eco Central campaign supporters
Contact
Tim Page, Development Director, tim@envirocenter.org,