The Cowlitz Indian Tribe advances vision for Mount St. Helens with $900,000 donation
Amboy, Wash., March 12, 2023 —The Mount St. Helens Institute (MSHI) is pleased to announce that it has received a $900,000 gift from the Cowlitz Tribal Foundation , one of the largest contributions the Tribe has ever made to a nonprofit organization. This investment plays a critical role in efforts to grow youth outdoor school, establish a campground, and improve nearby trails and recreation. It is also the first step in pursuing the Institute’s bold, long-term vision to create the Mount St. Helens Lodge and Education Center , a major new regional destination with outdoor school and public overnight accommodations that will transform the National Volcanic Monument into more than just a day trip for students and other visitors alike.
“Our long-standing partnership with Mount St. Helens Institute is extraordinary. MSHI’s excellent work allows everyone to explore our region’s beauty, teaches our children the importance of our environment, welcomes guests, and provides a space to foster relationships within the Cowlitz Indian Tribe’s ancestral mountains. We are grateful for this opportunity; we strongly support MSHI’s goals and initiatives and honor their good work!”, said Timi Marie Russin, Tribal Foundation Manager for the Cowlitz Indian Tribe . Mount St Helens Institue New Campus Aerial View | SOURCE: MSHI For over a decade, MSHI has worked closely with local leaders, the community, and partners to envision a destination that reflects the cultural and natural significance of the region. The new lodge and education center will create economic opportunities and provide a much-needed platform […]