Transforming public spaces into vibrant
native plant habitats

Our projects boost biodiversity and
foster environmental stewardship through community outreach and education, while adding a touch of beauty and joy.

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Join us for a special benefit evening featuring best-selling journalist Kara Swisher in conversation.

Your support will help native habitat gardens take root across Marin, including our newest project at the Larkspur Library.

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Thank you to our Individual Donors who are kindly supporting this event!

Hawk Donors $10,000

Become a Hawk Donor

Hummingbird Donors $5,000

Eliza and Mike Koeppel

Butterfly Donors $3,000

Stupski Foundation

Bee Donors $1,000

Robin & Geoffrey Strawbridge
McArthur Love

Larkspur Library

Native Habitat Landscape

This living landscape at the rear of the new Larkspur Library will showcase California native plants that support pollinators, birds, and other wildlife—creating a peaceful place for library visitors of all ages to connect with nature.

LARKSPUR LIBRARY

Hall Middle School

Native Habitat Landscape

Thanks to a $300,000 state grant, Refugia Marin is transforming this public school grounds into a living habitat—serving both as an outdoor classroom and as a public native plant landscapes that will be beautiful, wildlife-friendly, and community-enhancing.

HALL MIDDLE

Cove Park, Corte Madera

People's Garden

Redwood High School Botany Club is leading the way for Corte Madera's FIRST People's Garden! The garden will be an inviting space where people can connect, learn, and enjoy nature—featuring a native plant garden, community-accessible herb beds and orchard.

PEOPLE'S GARDEN

We're expanding habitat

What began as a single marshland revitalization in 2021 has grown into 9,000+ square feet of thriving native habitat.

We create sanctuaries for wildlife through community-driven conservation efforts that keep growing.

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Inspiring learning

We educate the next generation of conservationists with hands-on learning, work days and events.

Our programs spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and highlight the essential role of native plants in healthy ecosystems.

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Why Native Plants Matter

Bursting with color, texture, and even fragrance, native plants attract bees, butterflies, and birds while also helping restore nature’s balance. Native plants are: