Our mission to protect the environment through the conservation of pollinators helps to restore ecosystems, biodiversity, improve water quality, and care for people and the planet.
Megachilidae Bombus Danaus plexippus Sphex pensylvanicus Hyles lineata
Megachilidae Bombus Danaus plexippus Sphex pensylvanicus Hyles lineata
Pollinator Friendly Alliance is a charitable 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 82-4815095).
Pollinator Friendly Alliance is a grassroots conservation organization. Small but mighty, we stand as a Minnesota leader in pollinator conservation. Volunteer-driven and based in the St. Croix River Valley, we advocate for pollinators in local communities and beyond. Our collaborative approach recognizes the interdependence between the health of people, pollinators and the planet.
20,000+
Our volunteers dedicated more than 20,000 hours doing conservation work.
50+
More than 50 communities passed resolutions to implement pollinator protections and reduce pesticide use.
400+
We already converted more than 200 acres of old ag fields into biodiverse habitat, with a new goal of 400 protected acres.
5,000+
More than 5,000 people learned ecological land stewardship at our Best Practices for Pollinators summit.
85%
More than 85% of donations go directly to conservation programs and projects.
Building Power to Protect our Future
Pollinator Friendly Alliance was born around a kitchen table in 2014. By 2018, PFA had built a dedicated volunteer base and a strategic action plan by which we are still governed today. In the last ten years, we surpassed all of our environmental advocacy and habitat restoration goals. In 2024 we are building our strategic alliances and capacity to do even bigger and more impactful environmental work.
Volunteers — Leadership — Partnerships —
Expanding — Successes
“When we try to pick out anything by itself, we find it hitched to everything else in the Universe.” John Muir
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Our Values
We live in harmony with nature.
We work to reduce pesticide pollution.
We work to restore a healthy planet and biodiversity.
We believe in a deep respect for nature and its creatures.
We believe in a food system that promotes soil health, farm biodiversity, and nutrient dense food- all while benefiting the farmers who grow it.
We work in solidarity with our partners to strengthen our strategic alliances and support our mission.
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Our People
Pollinator Friendly Alliance is succcessful because of our people. We are volunteer-driven and led by a dedicated and talented board and staff. Our strong partnerships allow us to do bigger and more impactful work. “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world.” Margaret Mead