Women & Wildlife
The awards highlight the inspiring work of women who have made significant impacts in wildlife conservation, serving as role models for future generations.
Jim Verhagen
Join Us for the 2025 Women & Wildlife Awards Reception
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Lambertville Station Ballroom | Lambertville, NJ
Celebrate the inspiring women protecting New Jersey’s rare wildlife and wild places.
We are thrilled to welcome you to Conserve Wildlife Foundation of New Jersey’s 15th Anniversary Women & Wildlife Awards Reception. Held along the scenic Delaware River at the historic Lambertville Station, this long-awaited return of our signature event honors the incredible women leading the charge for conservation across the Garden State.
Purchase TicketsAbout the Event
The Women & Wildlife Awards recognize biologists, educators, volunteers, and advocates whose tireless efforts uplift endangered and threatened species, restore habitats, engage communities, and inspire the next generation of environmental stewards.
This special evening will include:
- A full buffet dinner and curated cocktails
- A silent auction to benefit wildlife programs
- Inspiring honoree stories
- Networking with fellow conservation supporters
Whether you’re a longtime supporter or newly curious about our mission, this is a chance to connect, celebrate, and make a real difference.
Why It Matters
In a time of accelerating habitat loss, biodiversity decline, and extreme weather changes, the Women & Wildlife Awards honor the trailblazers whose dedication to science, environmental justice, and mentorship is shaping a more sustainable future.
Your support helps advance Conserve Wildlife Foundation’s mission through:
- Environmental education for over 8,000 students and 3,000 adults annually, including many in underserved communities
- Field science and habitat restoration for more than 40 threatened and endangered species statewide
- Public engagement tools like speaking events and live-streaming wildlife cams that connect residents to local wildlife
Support the Cause
Sponsorships are now available—ranging from $1,000 to $20,000—with meaningful benefits like recognition on-site and online, visibility to over 100,000 followers, and the opportunity to champion women-led conservation.
To learn more or become a sponsor, download these PDF documents (letter/levels) and/or contact Liz Silvernail at 215-630-2832 or liz.silvernail@conservewildlifenj.org.
Together, we can honor the women protecting New Jersey’s wildlife—and inspire the next generation to follow in their footsteps.
We hope to see you on October 15!
