Join the Stewardship Circle and a Community of Conservation Partners

Are you working to restore the land, protect native ecosystems, or teach the next generation about nature? We see you, and we want to support your mission.

The Stewardship Circle is a pro deal style program where you can receive a 25% discount off retail pricing on native plants and seed purchased through Natural Communities.  It is our way of giving back: a lifetime discount on native plants and products for those doing the work.

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What Is the Stewardship Circle?

The Stewardship Circle is a pro-deal-style discount program for conservation professionals, educators, Indigenous organizations, volunteers, and others restoring nature across the Midwest and beyond. It's our way of recognizing the essential work you do, and making it easier to do more of it.

Once accepted, members receive a 25% discount off retail pricing on native plants and seed purchased through Natural Communities. You don’t need to place a large order to participate.

Who Can Join?

We invite individuals and organizations actively working in environmental conservation, land stewardship, or education. Eligible members include:

• Land trusts and conservation organizations
  • members of land trusts and conservation organizations
• Environmental nonprofits
• Ecological restoration volunteers
• Indigenous-led groups and cultural centers
• Municipalities and park districts
• Teachers and educators
• Active duty military service members
• Nature centers and youth program leaders

Not sure if you qualify? Reach out -- we’re happy to chat.

Why Join?

• Lifetime discount on native plants and seeds
• Support your mission with affordable, high-quality materials
• Join a network of like-minded organizations and stewards
• Be recognized on our website and in partner stories
• Increases community engagement by offering a native plant perk to members and volunteers

There’s no fee to join — just a shared commitment to caring for the land.

A Perk for Land Trust Members and Volunteers

This benefit is also available exclusively to land trust members, volunteers, and staff — and we hope it serves as both a meaningful reward and a recruitment tool.

How does it work?
Anyone who supports your land trust can access the Stewardship Circle by showing proof of involvement. Here’s what we accept:

• Members: A recent membership receipt or email confirmation
• Volunteers: An email from a volunteer coordinator or program lead
• Staff: A letter or email from the organization on letterhead

We’re happy to work directly with land trusts to make the process easy and accessible for your community.

Interested in offering this to your members? Let’s connect. Please email, wholesale@naturalcommunities.net

Participating Organizations

We’re proud to support and be supported by an incredible group of partners. These organizations are doing vital work across the region to restore habitat, educate communities, and steward the land. Become one of their members and earn 25% off for life. 

• The Land Conservancy of McHenry County
• Gathering Waters
• Prairie State Conservation Coalition

Blog & Resources

Explore stories, strategies, and inspiration from our community of partners:

• Introducing the Stewardship Circle: A Native Plant Perk for People Who Protect Nature

Let’s Restore the Land — Together

If you’re planting the seeds of change, we’re here to help you grow. Whether you're leading a land trust or volunteering in your neighborhood, you're part of the solution.

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