Jill Bennetta Fundraiser Supports Raptors and Education

Friends and family of Jill Bennetta celebrated her life and love of Flat Rock Brook by hosting a fundraiser in honor of her 44th birthday.  Jill was Flat Rock's beloved Education Director for over a decade.  We lost her far too early after she lost her fierce battle with an illness last year.

During her time at Flat Rock she positively impacted thousands of children and adults with her infectious love of the natural world and irresistible charm.  Jill was the face of environmental education at Flat Rock Brook for thirteen years. During this time she developed engaging programming for children that fostered and cultivated their love of nature and inspired their power to protect it. 

Jill was particularly  known for her love of our raptors - a group of non-releasable birds that call Flat Rock Brook home.  She travelled  with our birds to deliver Birds of Prey Programs. She shared the importance of their place on our planet with groups, instilling an appreciation of these birds to riveted audiences.

Jill's loving friends and family raised funding to support a one-year Hero Level Adoption of our Great Horned Owl - Jill's favorite girl - and additional funding to provide general support to our environmental education program. 

The entire staff and board extend a warm "thank you" for your generosity and for honoring Jill's memory at Flat Rock Brook.

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LG Electronics, our neighbor in Englewood Cliffs, has committed to providing scholarships to three lucky local students to Flat Rock Brook's 2019 Summer Nature Day Camp.  During the week-long session children experience hands-on discovery and adventure in nature through activities on our 150-acre preserve.  Studies show the benefits of spending time outdoors improve children’s social, psychological, academic and physical health when they have regular contact with the natural world. Our goal is to develop a love of nature that lasts a lifetime!

2018 Scholarship Camper

"I loved going to camp.  My favorite part was when the teacher let us pet and feed the turtle.  I LOVE turtles!" - Elisa, 5 years old

Scholarship applications will be offered through the Englewood Public School District.  Awards are based largely on an essay describing why they want to attend our nature camp and financial need. 

Flat Rock Brook extends a warm thank you to LG for supporting these week-long experiences in nature for deserving children in our community.

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 Flat Rock Brook Recognition Dinner
April 11, 2019
The Rockleigh
6:00 pm - 10 pm

Flat Rock Brook will host its annual  Recognition Dinner at on April 11th, 2019 at The Rockleigh to honor outstanding volunteers, community leaders and corporate partners for their generous commitment of time, talent and long-standing contributions to our preserve. Flat Rock Brook's Recognition Dinner is our most prestigious annual event. Conservationists, supporters, community leaders and friends will gather to celebrate this special evening.  The program includs a cocktail hour with live music, awards presentations, a silent auction, a live auction and a formal dinner.  Proceeds from the gala will help support Flat Rock Brook's preservation and education intitiatives and assist in caring for our 150-acre preserve.

2019 honorees:
Outstanding Corporate Sponsor: LG Electronics USA, Inc.
Community Leader Award: Rotary Club of Englewood
Volunteer Award: Susan Klausner
Trustee Award:  Serena and Robert Carson

 Thank you to our sponsors:

Platinum Level: 

Platinum Level:  Flat Rock Brook Board of Trustees

Platinum Level: Patrick, Helen, Alec & Jacqueline Herssens

Platinum Level:  Kathleen & Stuart Silberstein

Gold Level; Serena & Rob Carson

Gold Level; Michael & Jane Murphy

Gold Level; Jeff & Rosemary Russell

Silver Level; Michael Shannon

Silver Level; Cynthia Sumner

Silver Level; Dr. Edmund & Susan Kwan

For information about sponsoring our event, please contact Sandy Pinto at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or (201) 567-1265.

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