Sonoma Ecology Center (SEC) is a 30-year-old nonprofit with a mission to work with our community to identify and lead actions that achieve and sustain ecological health in Sonoma Valley and beyond. We are respected throughout the North Bay and beyond for our contributions to important initiatives in land, water, biodiversity, and climate. Each year, we provide in-depth environmental science instruction to over 1200 students; manage over 5,000 acres of public and private land, including Sugarloaf Ridge State Park; raise thousands of native plants; restore critical native habitats, and provide research and technical support on timely issues affecting the region. We have nearly 30 professional staff and manage numerous large grants and contracts, often in partnership with other nonprofits