Partnership Outreach Leverage recent collaborative events with major conservation groups (Sierra Club, CalWild, Latino Outdoors, The Wilderness Society, Keep the Sespe Wild) to propose joint sponsorships, donor recruitment drives, and shared communications campaigns that expand reach and fundraising capacity.

Fundraising Innovation capitalize on Wine for Wilderness Passport launch and new communications director to offer themed fundraising partnerships, branded campaigns, and donor engagement packages tailored to regional wineries and hospitality partners to diversify revenue streams.

Digital Engagement Position OpenTrails and other digital tools as thought leadership and membership growth assets; offer training, premium content, or sponsored features for partner organizations to enhance visibility and volunteer recruitment online.

Strategic Grants With a mid-size revenue range and active litigation and advocacy work, explore grant opportunities from foundations supporting land protection, public access, and climate resilience; tailor proposals around backcountry protection, water security, and sustainable access.

Regional Networks Target regional conservation groups and non-profits with similar footprints (Los Padres ecosystem, Carrizo Plain) for co-hosted events, cross-promotion, and shared fundraising events to expand donor bases and reduce customer acquisition costs.