Together, We Thrive

It's the Final Countdown: GiveBIG to Friends of Clark County May 6th and 7th!

We need financial support to sustain our important work

Hey Friends!

The actions we take every day in our own communities can and do change the world for the better!

Your engagement and financial support has enabled Friends of Clark County to fight for what we all love in these out-of-the-ordinary times. We need sustained resources to keep going, so we have joined the GiveBIG 2025 campaign this fundraising season!

Here is some of the work we do to protect and create a thriving Clark County:

Advocate directly to Clark County government. FOCC continues to engage with Clark County staff, elected officials, and advisory group/commission processes to push for responsible land use planning and counter industry influence in defense of our farmland, local food system, forests, water, climate, and quality of life. As we reach the final stretch of the Comprehensive Plan update, this work will be more important than ever.
Extensive community outreach. Our Community Outreach Coordinator—FOCC’s only staffed position—provides regular social media updates, simple breakdowns on convoluted government processes, calls-to-action, our new Weekly Radars, and supports our followers in getting actively engaged. Our social media strategy has also enabled us to bring even more (and younger!) Clark County residents into the fold.
We take legal action when necessary. While FOCC prefers to influence Clark County the old-fashioned way, via engagement and collaboration, we must defend Washington environmental law in the courts to protect our precious natural resources when necessary. While we have a generous and tenacious pro bono lawyer, the legal costs of filings and clerks fees still add up.

These key strategies together have proven effective—but they require sustained support. If you appreciate FOCC’s efforts to achieve our vision for Clark County, we ask you to donate to FOCC for GiveBIG. The final push is May 6th-7th, so please consider donating today: https://www.wagives.org/donate/Focc

Planting the seeds for a bright future for Clark County in these challenging times is going to require a deeper investment and greater cooperation from all of us. We hope you’ll join us!

Thank you for your support,
Friends of Clark County

GiveBIG to Friends of Clark County today!

Thriving in Clark County

Imagine all the possibilities! All you have to do is take a stroll along the waterfront, visit historic parks, hike up forest and mountain trails, kayak down the river, spend an afternoon picnicking in the park, shop at the local farmer’s market, bike along the twisty roads, garden with your kids, or simply be in nature enjoying the diversity of wildlife. Clark County is a spectacular place to live, work, play and raise a family. That’s why Friends of Clark County wants to ensure this legacy continues and flourishes. We live in a special place. Let’s protect it for future generations!

Farmland & Forests

Preserving the heritage of our rich farmland and forests here in Clark County is critical to our mission at Friends of Clark County. Given the uncertain nature of our global circumstances, protecting an ample supply of prime farm and forest lands is of paramount importance.

A scenic vision of waterways in Clark County provide us with unending beauty, recreational opportunities, fish and wildlife habitat and sustenance. Water is essential to local farming. Clean and abundant water is vital for all.

Understanding the range of habitats that species depend on for their survival, Friends of Clark County believes we need to protect and restore those areas to ensure biological diversity in SW Washington.

Local food provides many benefits. Developing a thriving, local food system in Clark County is essential in the wake of our uncertain global food economy. Friends of Clark County is educating people about the urgency of developing a resilient local food economy and supports local farmers and ranchers.

Friends of Clark County advocates for creating connected communities by linking affordable housing developments with diverse public transportation options, meeting our growing population demands while protecting our resources and the environment.

Exploring natural places provides renewal, feelings of well-being, and a sense of harmony with the broader community. In Clark County, the presence of protected natural areas within our urban fabric can serve to counter-balance the stress and strain of modern life.