2025 Annual Membership Campaign

Preserving the Past, Protect the Future: The Hilton Head Island Land Trust Annual Fundraising Drive

In the heart of South Carolina's Lowcountry, where the natural beauty of the land whispers tales of history, conservation, and community, stands the Hilton Head Island Land Trust.  Our mission since 1987 has been steadfast: to protect significant parcels of land on Hilton Head Island for the enrichment and enjoyment of future generations.

Your Gift Protects What We ALL Love

The Hilton Head Island Land Trust, powered by a dedicated all-volunteer Board of Directors and committed members, operates without paid staff, ensuring that every dollar donated goes directly toward our conservation efforts. Together, we are more than stewards of the land; we are guardians of history and protectors of the natural beauty that defines Hilton Head Island.

Our projects span the preservation of crucial habitats and historic sites, each with its unique story and significance:

• Fort Howell, an earthen Union Civil War fort built to protect the freedmen’s village of Mitchelville, stands as a testament to our nation's complex history, now a part of the National Register of Historic Places and the Underground Railroad Network to Freedom.
• Whooping Crane Pond Conservancy, a lush 137-acre wetland conservancy, invites exploration and wonder through its ancient forests and savannahs, accessible via an elevated boardwalk and nature trails.
• Northridge Conservancy Tract, protects 64 acres of diverse Sea Island natural habitats, from oak and pine uplands to pristine freshwater wetlands, preserving the quiet solitude of nature's undisturbed beauty.
• The Island's FIRST RAPTOR CAM, with a lifetime viewership of over 1.6 million visitors, the Raptor Cam helps us share our legacy of habitat protection with viewers from all over the world.

How You Can Help

 Your support through this fundraising drive is critical. It enables us to continue our work, preserving the land and stories of Hilton Head Island for generations yet to come.

Join us in this essential mission. Your donation today ensures the preservation of our island's natural beauty and historical heritage. Together, we can protect these treasures from the relentless pace of development, ensuring that future generations can experience the wonder of Hilton Head Island just as we do today.

To learn more about our cause, please visit our website, hhilandtrust.org. Your generosity is not just a gift; it's a legacy.