Our Mission
Who We Are
CELEBRATING OVER 10 YEARS OF SUPPORTING THE MINNESOTA VALLEY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
Since the Refuge was established in 1976, citizens have been involved with the expansion and enhancement of the over 14,000 acres of protected habitat for both wildlife and lovers of the outdoors. The Purpose of MVRF is to assist the Refuge in accomplishing its mission.
Check out our 2024-2025 Annual Report for more information. Our 2024-2025 990 is available here.
Our Funders: RBC Foundation, No Child Left Inside, Hennepin County, Bosch Foundation, US FWS Retirees Association, Minnesota River Valley - Audubon Chapter, Burnsville Noon Rotary Club, Minnesota Valley Trust, CenterPoint Energy, Tennant Foundation
Blufftop Nature Store
MVRF operates the Nature Store at the Bloomington Education & Visitor Centers to enhance our visitors’ experiences with educational materials related to the Refuge's cultural and natural resources as well as souvenirs and helpful items such as water bottles for the trails. Proceeds from the Nature Store help support MVRF.
Our Objectives
Fundraise to support environmental education, habitat restoration, urban outreach, mentoring, arts throughout the metro area
Create opportunities for youth from under-resourced communities to engage with nature
Promote Refuge programs and advocate for local environmental issues
Welcome visitors and answer questions about refuge lands and programs
Manage the Nature Store at Visitor Center in Bloomington.
