FRIENDS OF ALEWIFE RESERVATION INC
EIN 04-3566190 · Single Organization Support (C11)
What they do
to Bring Public Attention to The MDC Reservation Wetlands and Environments and to Preserve and Protect The Area. Friends of Alewife Reservation Works to Protect and Restore This Wild Area and The Surrounding Area for The Water Quality, Native Plants, Animals and Over 90 Bird Species With Paths for Walking, Running and Biking, Recreation, and for Classroom Education and Research. We Regularly Steward and Preserve The Reservation Area for Wildlife and for The Enjoyment of Present and Future Generations. The Program FAR Used This Year to Accomplish Our Mission Was Holding A Six Week Summer Ecology Camp for Arlington Boys and Girls Club Students.
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ContactEllen MassPresident
Mailing address104-A Inman Street, Cambridge, MA 02139
Main phone(617) 415-1884 WebsiteVisit the charity’s websiteSource: Form 990 public record. Confirm details with the nonprofit before visiting or sending anything.
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