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Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit association formed in 1966 to protect and operate the donation of the original Connell Park lands by Arthur and Isabel Watres. It is an association of members all of whom support Lacawac’s mission and contribute time, money, and energy in keeping Lacawac open, preserved, and functioning.  Lacawac is governed by board of trustees comprised of community minded volunteers elected annually for 3 year terms.

Articles of Incorporation
Lacawac By Laws

Board of Trustees

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Peter Paul Olszewski, Jr. Esq.
Chair
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Jack Spall Esq.
Vice Chair


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Mary Ellen Bentler
Treasurer

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Bill Leishear
Secretary


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Genevieve Reese

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Phil Hobson

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Dr. Kathleen Sottile
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Terri Marcellus

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David Velinsky, PhD

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Chad Reed-Watres
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Emily Grillo

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Dr. Mark Peterson

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Milton Roegner
If you are interested in volunteering through leadership opportunities by serving on the Board of Trustees or a board committee (Finance, Education, Research, Marketing/Fundraising, Preservation) please contact Craig Lukatch, President at [email protected]. 

Financial Records

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2023
AUDIT 2023
Form 990 2023

2022

AUDIT 2022
Form 990 2022

2021
AUDIT 2021
Form 990 2021
​Annual Report


2020
AUDIT 2020
Form 990 2020


2019

AUDIT 2019
Form 990 2019
​Annual Report

2018
AUDIT 2018
Form 990 2018
Annual Report

2017
AUDIT 2017
Form 990 2017
Annual Report

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​​2016
​AUDIT 2016
Form 990 2016
Annual Report


2015
AUDIT 2015

Form 990 2015 
Annual Report

2014
AUDIT 2014
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Form 990 2014
Annual Report

​2013
Form 990 2013
Annual Report

Strategic Plan 

2025-2027
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​​Lacawac has identified four priority areas over the next three years:

Priority 1: Create an effective set of brand standards 
 
Priority 2: 
Design and build a new website
 
Priority 3:
Increase the capacity to house individuals visiting Lacawac. 

 Priority 4:  Develop a Master Site Plan for the 87-acre Mark and Courtney Peterson Nature Preserve and a Conceptual Plan for the Entire Peterson Property.
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Discover the intricate details and key components that shape Lacawac's comprehensive three-year strategic plan. Read more for additional insights into its strategic vision.
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Sanctuary Hiking Hours: Open to the public sunrise to sunset

Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation is an independent nonprofit dedicated to scientific research, environmental education, and conservation, nestled along the shores of Lake Wallenpaupack in the Northern Poconos. Our mission is made possible through the support of grants and generous private donations, ensuring that future generations can explore, learn from, and protect the natural world.​

LACAWAC SANCTUARY FOUNDATION
94 Sanctuary Road, Lake Ariel, PA 18436
570.689.9494 - [email protected]

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