For those who sometimes worry about the world of tomorrow, they need only to take a look at the St. Simons Land Trust Ambassadors to know that the future is in good hands. The group is comprised of community-minded supporters dedicated to advancing the mission of the Land Trust by building awareness, encouraging engagement, and inspiring the next generation of conservation leaders.
Ambassadors serve as advocates for land preservation on St. Simons Island, helping connect friends, neighbors, local businesses, and young professionals to the Land Trust’s work. Through volunteer service, outreach, membership support, and Ambassador-led events, the program creates meaningful opportunities for people to learn about, celebrate, and participate in the protection of the island’s natural, scenic, and historic character.
Many Ambassadors are island natives who after college and graduate school decided to return home to begin their careers and families. Others who are newer to the area share a similar passion for coastal Georgia and want to make sure that SSI is preserved and protected not only for their generation but for all those who will live and work here in the future.
Ambassadors plan and execute well-attended events for families in the Golden Isles community including Movie Night Under the Oaks and Family Days at Land Trust properties.
The group has also hosts bi-monthly Cocktails for Conservation events at local restaurants. These gatherings are a chance for the Ambassadors to mingle with other young professional after work hours, educate attendees about the Land Trust and its projects, and encourage community members to become involved in the organization’s important work.
In 2020, the group focused on developing the Passport to Preservation for children and families who live in and visit St. Simons Island. The passport has since received several updates and is still widely used and loved by locals and visitors.
–Emily Ellison, Executive Director, St. Simons Land Trust
If you are interested in becoming a Land Trust Ambassador, please fill out the contact form below or email Raleigh Kitchen at rkitchen@sslt.org. Thank you!
