Josephine County has always valued independence, self‑reliance, and a deep connection to the land that sustains us. The Soil and Water Conservation Districts, Illinois Valley and Two Rivers, carry that spirit forward every day. While the name may sound technical, our work is anything but abstract. It’s grounded in the real people and places we all depend on: the producers who grow our food, the rivers that carve our valleys, and the forests that shape our home.

The Josephine County SWCDs deliver practical, hands‑on services that strengthen local landowners, support working families, and protect the natural wealth that makes this region unique. We do this without fanfare, without bureaucracy, and without losing sight of our core value: local people solving local problems.

As you consider your next philanthropic investment, we invite you to support the Illinois Valley SWCD or the Two Rivers SWCD. Your donation isn’t just a contribution. It’s a vote of confidence in community‑driven conservation. It’s a commitment to keeping southwestern Oregon resilient, self‑sufficient, and thriving for generations to come.