“The river boardwalk trail made it possible for my student with accessibility challenges to experience the wetlands and river in the same manner as his classmates. The CNC team did an amazing job accommodating his needs and making it fun and interesting for the entire class.” – 2nd grade teacher.
Our school education programs reach nearly 44,000 students each year, with approximately 35% of these students coming from Title I schools where the opportunity to connect with nature is limited.
“Clients at the North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) Food Pantry make it a priority to visit on the days that CNC delivers their fresh produce!” – NFCC Director of Food Pantry Services
We donate nearly 10,000 pounds of fresh produce each year to the North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) Food Pantry. This produce is grown from seed to harvest, primarily through the work of volunteers, meeting the needs of almost 200 food-insecure families each day.
“I never knew how many beautiful hawks get injured by human activity until I found one myself. So grateful for the CNC Wildlife Clinic who helps them heal and hopefully return to the wild.” – Facebook Follower
Our Wildlife Clinic assists nearly 800 patients annually with the goal of releasing these animals to their native habitat. Community members rely on our highly skilled and compassionate wildlife rehabilitators, who are licensed by the state and federal government, to give these injured and orphaned animals the best shot at recovery.
· “Northside Hospital is committed to creating a stronger, healthier community fabric that extends well beyond our walls; we do this through partnerships with organizations that champion a similar culture of wellness and stewardship, such as the Chattahoochee Nature Center,” said Lee Echols, vice president of marketing and communications, Northside Hospital.
· For nearly 50 years, community members have relied on CNC to be a welcoming, safe space to connect with nature to restore and relax. Visitors can engage in trail walking, seasonal canoe trips, bird watching, plein air painting, and a host of active pursuits.
