Southern Plains Land Trust (SPLT)
Mission: Protect and restore the Southern Plains — often called America’s Serengeti — by buying and conserving native prairie habitat for wildlife.
Founded: 1998 (established to create a network of prairie refuges)
Region Served: Southern Plains — primarily southeastern Colorado with expanding conservation work in the broader Plains region
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Artists who care about biodiversity, habitat preservation, or climate resilience can support SPLT’s work to protect native grasslands, restore ecological processes, and create habitat for species such as bison, prairie dogs, and other native wildlife — keeping ecosystems thriving for generations
Why This Matters to Artists
Quick Facts
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Over 60,000 acres of prairie and grassland preserved.
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Land acquisition, rewilding, and habitat restoration.
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Member of the Land Trust Alliance and certified to hold conservation easements.
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Tax-exempt organization — all donations are tax-deductible.
Programs & Impact
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SPLT purchases key prairie parcels and places conservation easements on priority lands to expand a connected network of preserves that support wildlife movement and biodiversity.
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Through restoration efforts, native grasses, streams, and ecological processes are allowed to recover — which benefits everything from ground‑nesting birds to large mammals
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Restored prairie supports species like bison, prairie dogs, and endangered black‑footed ferrets as well as dozens of native plants and grassland birds.
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SPLT runs community engagement and educational programs to teach about prairie ecology, conservation science, and the importance of healthy grassland ecosystems.
Ways Artists Can Help
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Ways Artists Can Help *
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Support prairie preservation directly — one‑time gifts or recurring donations help protect habitat.
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Join restoration projects or community outreach events.
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Include SPLT in your will or estate plans to leave a lasting conservation legacy.
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Purchase carbon credits tied to prairie restoration efforts to support both conservation and climate goals.
Call To Action:
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Help Protect America’s Prairie: Donate Now
Learn More About SPLT Programs: https://southernplains.org/en/our-preserves/
Volunteer or Get Involved: https://southernplains.org/en/volunteer/
Independence Note: Art for Our Parks is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or partnered with this organization. Artists interact directly with the organization through the official website.