The Minnesota Wildlife Federation is a conservation organization made up of anglers, foragers, hunters, and others who are dedicated to the enjoyment and ethical use of our natural resources.

Since 1936 the Minnesota Wildlife Federation (MWF) has been an advocate for the natural resources of our great state. The organization has long been a coalition facilitator bringing together voices from across the conservation community to engage in education, policy, and on the ground projects for the benefit of the states natural resources.

The Minnesota Wildlife Federation is the states independent affiliate of the National Wildlife Federation. This affiliation puts us in touch with NWF staff at the Regional and National level along with all 52 state and territorial affiliates that form the One Federation Family.

The Minnesota Wildlife Federation is federally recognized 501C3 organization.

Our Mission

MWF is a coalition of individuals, groups, and communities dedicated to outdoor recreation and the conservation and ethical use of Minnesota’s natural resources by all, for all, with all.

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Uniquely Minnesotan

Since 1936, MWF has worked specifically on conservation issues that affect Minnesota. From Warroad to Winona, if it’s happening in conservation MWF wants to know about it. Although we are at home in the North, our direct ties to the National Wildlife Federation Affiliate network keeps us informed and connected to conservation developments nationwide. All donations made to MWF stay in state and support our conservation work in Minnesota.

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Broad Focus
Big Impact

No one species, landscape, or constituency drives our work. We take a holistic view of conservation and work to address relevant issues where our work can have the greatest impact. This allows MWF to uniquely act as a conservation coalition builder and provides the opportunity to work alongside a broad array of NGO and State partners to achieve conservation successes.

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Many of MWF’s directors and supporters enjoy hunting, fishing, and foraging activities alongside birdwatching, photography, hiking and myriad other pursuits that bring them to Minnesota’s outdoor spaces. Our knowledge of fishing, foraging, and hunting issues elevates our advocacy and engagement while our broad appreciation for outdoor recreation and conservation efforts makes MWF an organization welcoming to all Minnesotans.