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MACD Awarded $1.6 Million Grant to Strengthen Statewide Conservation Leadership and Water Quality Protection Three-year investment from the Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Family Foundation will build lasting capacity for Conservation Districts across Michigan LANSING, MI — The Michigan Association of Conservation Districts (MACD) has been awarded a $1.5 million, three-year capacity-building grant from…

| By Rivka Hodgkinson Understanding Section 319 and Its Importance Nonpoint source pollution—runoff from farms, roads, and urban areas—is the leading cause of water quality impairments across the United States. Section 319 of the Clean Water Act gives the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) the authority and resources to help states address this challenge. Why…

Fall into connection with MACD’s September 2025 Education Newsletter. Explore district achievements, upcoming training events, Envirothon updates, and resources helping educators build a greener, more resilient Michigan.

The June 2025 issue celebrates Michigan’s summer of conservation learning! Discover Educator Spotlights, new grant opportunities, Envirothon highlights, and hands-on programs empowering students and district teams to lead sustainable change.

Spring forward with insight from Michigan’s Conservation Districts! The March 2025 Newsletter shares grant funding news, student program updates, and innovative projects that connect communities to soil health and sustainable farming education.

Kick off 2025 with MACD’s Education Newsletter! Explore new training opportunities, grant updates, and district success stories that highlight how Michigan’s conservation leaders are cultivating resilient soil, clean water, and strong communities for the year ahead.

Michigan Association of Conservation Districts Welcomes MIFarmLink as a Statewide Program Starting October 1 By Rivka Hodgkinson LANSING, MI – Beginning October 1, 2025, the Michigan Association of Conservation Districts (MACD) will officially bring MIFarmLink under its umbrella, expanding efforts to connect farmland owners with the next generation of Michigan farmers.  “MACD is thrilled to…

Supporting Michigan’s Conservation Districts During the Federal Government Shutdown – By Rivka Hodgkinson The federal government shutdown has left some Michigan’s Conservation Districts without access to their NRCS offices, equipment, or email, but our commitment to serving communities hasn’t stopped. Learn how you can support your local District, from donating and volunteering to sharing your…

Honoring Indigenous Peoples’ Day: Strengthening Our Shared Stewardship in Michigan On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we recognize and celebrate the first stewards of this land—the Indigenous nations whose knowledge, relationships, and care for the earth continue to shape Michigan’s landscapes. It is a day to honor their ongoing leadership in conservation, acknowledge the harms of exclusion…