Online Fund Drive, in Lieu of GALA, Raising Critical Funds for
2021 Programs; Donations Matched 1:1 Until Oct. 31

As reported in our September Soundings, because of Covid-19 precautions, Eco-Alianza’s 13th Anniversary will be celebrated along with next year’s 14th Anniversary GALA in November of 2021 at the Hotel La Mision. Proceeds from the GALA normally provide the majority of funding for all Eco-Alianza conservation and education programs, so to raise the necessary program funding for the coming year, we are currently holding an Online Fund Drive that officially wraps up on October 31.

Four generous Eco-Alianza supporters have offered a fundraising challenge – for donations made before the end of October, they will match all donations 1:1, up to $40,000 USD. In other words, if you contribute $100, Eco-Alianza programs will benefit to the tune of $200. A $500 donation turns into $1,000. A $1,000 donation turns into $2,000. “Without any funds from a benefit auction this year, our Online Fund Drive is critical,” says Eco-Alianza Treasurer Linda Kinninger. “Obviously we want to take full advantage of this challenge match, so we’re asking all of our supporters to please donate generously by October 31.”

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New Video Narrated by Mexican Actress Nora Salinas Captures Essence of Eco-Alianza Mission

Late this summer, work was completed on a new Eco-Alianza video that explores the mission and the cooperative aspects of Eco-Alianza’s many programs. An early version of the video was previewed at last year’s 12th Anniversary GALA. The expanded version includes additional dramatic footage shot within the Bay of Loreto National Park and in Loreto’s Sierra de la Giganta mountains.

Nora Salinas, who narrates a part of the film, is well known across México for her various roles in television and film. She has said that Loreto is one of her favorite places to visit and stay.

View the new video BY CLICKING HERE.

Eco-Alianza Renovates Collaboration Agreement with Autonomous University of Baja California Sur (UABCS)

Earlier this month, Dr. Dante Salgado, Rector of the Autonomous University of Baja California Sur, and Eco-Alianza Executive President Hugo Quintero, signed and renewed their general collaboration agreement. Due to the pandemic and thanks to technology in the modern era, a video conference bridged the miles between La Paz and Loreto, enabling Hugo and Dr. Salgado to meet “in person” along with other university officials to ratify the agreement.

“It is with great pride and commitment to formally collaborate with UABCS, since several members of our staff are alumni from the University” Hugo said to Salgado. “We hope soon to establish specific plans with UABCS’s disciplinary areas and directly link our programs with your projects. We are particularly interested in integrating the university into our recently created initiative for the Center for Environmental Studies (CEMA).” (Learn about the developing plans for CEMA in our next issue of Soundings)

Committed to a #LoretoIdeal, Local Government and
Society Establish the Clean Beaches Committee

In a much-anticipated event held at Eco-Alianza’s Community Center for the Environment (CenCoMA) on October 23, the Clean Beaches Committee of the Municipality of Loreto was formally established.

On hand for the event were many members of LoretoIdeal, the collaborative leadership group that includes more than 15 local organizations and associations. After being initiated by Eco-Alianza, over the last two years LoretoIdeal has collectively identified and prioritized an array of major social, environmental, and economic challenges faced by Loreto, and is seeking to study and address these challenges working hand-in-hand with government authorities.

Mayor Arely Arce Peralta formally declared the Clean Beaches Committee’s membership, including representatives of different institutions, civil associations, and authorities of the three levels of government. The event was attended by Ing. Justo Cardoso García, director of the government agency CONAGUA (Comisión Nacional del Agua, or National Water Commission) in the state of Baja California Sur, who will serve as Technical Secretary of the committee.

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2021 Calendars Now Available in Loreto Stores

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