The Gila Conservation Education Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Most of GCEC's programs are funded by small grants and run by volunteers. GCEC needs help in the following areas:

  • Donations.  The Gila Conservation Education Center is accepting donations.  Contributions are tax deductible.  Please contact GCEC for more information.
  • Trunks Program.  Requests by teachers for educational trunk presentations are many.  At least 30 volunteers are needed each school year to meet teacher demand.  Become a volunteer presenter or curriculum developer.
  • Outdoor education events.  Conduct a presentation in your field of expertise or help with organization and set up.
  • Silva Creek Botanical Gardens.  Workdays are scheduled throughout the year developing a community demonstration garden on Virginia Street in Silver City.  Become a volunteer gardener and habitat rehabilitator.
  • AmeriCorps.  GCEC is an AmeriCorps member site, employing AmeriCorps members through The Wellness Coalition of Silver City.  Find out more at wellnesscoalition.org.
  • Bike Works.  Volunteer with youth bike rides and bike maintenance workshops.  Call (575) 534-9040 for information about this partner organization.
  • Monsoon Puppet Theatre.  Promote natural resource conservation with through art and giant parade puppets.  Call (575) 538-5463 for information about this partner organization.

 

 

Spike at Silva Creek Botanical Gardens.