Donate to Help Educate and Advocate for Idaho’s Native Plants
The KNPS mission is to foster an understanding and appreciation of native flora and their habitats in the northern Idaho Panhandle, through education, conservation, and use of native plants in landscaping and restoration.
“As a donor and active KNPS member, I appreciate and support the KNPS educational focus. KNPS offers free monthly programs, facilitates Spring Tree Tours for Third Grade classes, and provides weekly outdoor family activities during June and July. This is all in addition to caring for and maintaining the KNPS Arboretum. KNPS educational activities enrich awareness of and responsibility for continued care of our surroundings.”
-Mary Toland
“KNPS is the positive and knowledgeable voice for all are native plants. And we are so fortunate to have a stunning array! From our mixed forests to shrubs and flowers from the Rocky Mountains, Canada’s boreal forest, and the influence of lands to our south and west, we are a wonderland.
KNPS is a lively volunteer organization that maintains the North Idaho Native Plant Arboretum, promotes responsibly using natives in gardens, educates youngsters about the trees and plants surrounding them, and works with agencies to protect rare populations and important habitats on our public lands. And it all happens while we have fun!”
-Molly O'Reilly
“We are happy to support KNPS! It fosters a connection to our local plant community and provides a way to learn about the plants that call this part of Idaho “home.” Whether it is attending the always-interesting Saturday morning presentations, getting your hands dirty at the Arboretum, or helping out at the annual native plant sale, these are just a few ways to join with others who appreciate the importance of supporting our local flora.”
- Ron Mamajek and Denise Zembryki
“KNPS is a teaching, service, and conservation group made up of great people. Our core mission is the use of native plants to preserve and enhance this beautiful place. The educational programs sponsored by KNPS have been a wonderful way to become more grounded in the beauty of North Idaho. Landscaping with Native Plants in the Idaho Panhandle, written by KNPS, is such a wonderful resource to learn more about the plants in the area and help landscape our homes in harmony with nature.”
- Tom Collins and Kirsten Thompson