Minnesota Made Gala
Restoring Nature, Reviving Hope
May 14, 2025, at Nicollet Island Pavilion in Minneapolis
Featuring: Ashley Demosthenes, featured guest speaker and CEO of the Land Trust Alliance; Kris Larson, keynote speaker and CEO of the Minnesota Land Trust, an inspiring Giving Moment, and exciting Live Auction packed with experiences you won’t find anywhere else!
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Why Conservation in Minnesota Matters
As our state grows, remaining natural places are under threat. Already in Minnesota:
56%
of Minnesota’s lakes, rivers, and streams do not meet current water quality standards as of 2022.
50%
of wetlands have been lost, leading to poor water quality, increased flooding, and decreased wildlife habitat.
99%
of native prairies have been lost due to agriculture & development — prairies are one of the most endangered ecosystems in the world.
44%
of forests have been lost, habitat that 80% of land-dwelling species rely on and that is critical for clean, cold water & carbon storage.
That’s why the Minnesota Land Trust works to protect and restore the natural places we all cherish and engage the next generation in the outdoors. Learn more about how we’re having an impact together.
x = Restored Property; o = Protected Property
Your Impact
With the help of donors, landowners, and volunteers the Land Trust works statewide to protect and restore the best natural places in Minnesota. Learn more!
734
projects
551
shoreline miles preserved
84,606
acres protected
9,126
acres restored
CONSERVATION STORIES
The Wests Help Ensure Safety for Wildlife in Northern Minnesota
We’re Renewing Our National Accreditation
Since 2008, the Minnesota Land Trust has been nationally accredited for meeting the highest standards in conservation. We were among the first 26 land trusts in the country to earn this recognition—and we’ve continued to lead by example ever since.
We believe that lasting conservation requires both impact and accountability. That’s why we pursue third-party accreditations and certifications that hold us to the highest standards—ensuring we do the right work, in the right way, for the long haul.
Accreditation through the Land Trust Accreditation Commission, along with our Candid Platinum Seal and approval from the Charities Review Council, strengthens and affirms this work—demonstrating that we are transparent, accountable, and fully committed to conservation that endures and leadership you can believe in.
The Commission welcomes signed, written comments related to how the Land Trust meets national quality standards. View a full list of standards or submit a comment. Comments are most helpful if made by July 19, 2025.
News & Updates
Follow our protection, restoration and engagement work, and learn about the native habitats and species that make Minnesota special. View more.
