When students step into nature through a Sacramento Splash program, something shifts. For many, it’s their first real connection to the outdoors, a moment that sparks lifelong curiosity, awareness, and, sometimes, even a career. That’s precisely what happened to alumni Meg Hatcher, who first visited the vernal pools with Splash as a fourth-grader.
Today, she is studying fire science and botany and is determined to help protect California’s ecosystems and tackle the wildfire crisis directly.
“I still remember the critter I was assigned,” Meg shares. “Learning about that tiny animal made me realize how much life exists right beneath our feet. It changed how I saw the world—and made me want to protect it.“
Her journey is a powerful example of what happens when environmental education is hands-on and personal. It’s also a reminder that your generosity doesn’t just support field trips—it plants seeds that grow for years to come. Every student who steps out into the vernal pool preserve, builds a native garden, or studies local wildlife is experiencing a moment that could change their life.
As we gear up for the Big Day of Giving on May 1, we invite you to continue making a positive impact. This year, your donation supports ALL Splash’s programs—not just one. From Project AWE to YELC, Trash Talk, to our new homeschool field studies, your gift keeps environmental education going strong across the Sacramento region. Your unrestricted gift allows Splash to continue expanding its renowned programming.
Early giving is open now, and the best part? Your gift can be matched dollar for dollar, doubling your impact. We have an audacious goal of raising $135,000 this year, and we’ve got $65,000 to match your support. No need to wait- Donate Now – Splash us with cash and we can connect with more students.
Whether you’ve supported us for years or are considering your first gift, now is the time to act. Let’s invest in a future where every child can fall in love with nature and grow into our world’s environmental leaders.
Make your early BDOG gift today and see your generosity ripple far beyond the classroom.
Thank you for being part of our journey. Let’s keep the momentum going!