Chairmans Circle
Thank you for your charitable support!
Welcome to Delta Waterfowl’s Chairman’s Circle! Throughout Delta’s history dating back to 1911, conservation leaders like you have championed innovative waterfowl research and critical conservation programs to deliver on a vision to ensure abundant waterfowl populations and endless opportunities to pursue them.
With my major gift, I’m choosing to give back for priceless enjoyment, experiences, and camaraderie that ducks, geese, and waterfowl hunting have afforded me.
Thank you for joining me as we chart an exciting, transformational course for waterfowl conservation in North America.
Sincerely,
George Freeman
Chairman
Waterfowl Conservation Leaders
Delta Waterfowl’s Chairman’s Circle is an exclusive society of visionary waterfowl conservation leaders from across North America who provide charitable support of at least $10,000 annually.
Your gift can be designated as you wish and may be made in a singular payment of at least $10,000 or a pledge that must be fulfilled within the calendar year (January 1 – December 31).
 Duck Production |
 Habitat Conservation |
 Research and Ed |
 HunteR3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Predator Management | Policy and Advocacy | Cutting-edge Waterfowl Science | First Hunt Program |
| Hen Houses | Wetland Conservation Programs | Training New Waterfowl Scientists | University Hunting Program |
| Defending the Hunt |
Pledge payment schedule options:
1 year – 1 gift of $10,000
2 year – 2 annual gifts of $5,000
3 year – 3 annual gifts of $3,333.33
4 year – 4 annual gifts of $2,500
Frequently Asked Questions
- Invitation to an annual members-only destination gathering, where you’ll gain behind-the-scenes updates on North American waterfowl conservation issues and Delta’s programs and research.
- Invitation to regional Chairman’s Circle fundraising, recognition and field day events.
- Special Invitation to Chairman’s Circle event at Annual Expo.
- Insider access to Delta’s key scientific and programmatic information and staff.
- ExpertVoice Membership: Exclusive opportunities to see behind-the-scenes details of new products and enjoy savings of up to 70% off a huge array of top hunting brands.
- Donor members will receive a Welcome Packet immediately upon receipt of their initial gift.
- Donor members will receive their level-appropriate Recognition Gift upon completing the funding of their membership or pledged membership.
Print Recognition
- Listed in Delta’s award-winning magazine
- Listed in Annual Report
Electronic Recognition
- Delta Website Chairman’s Circle Page
- Listed in the semi-annual Chairman’s Circle electronic newsletter
Chairman's Circle Brochure
Join our Chairman’s Circle leadership level by calling us at (888) 987-3695 or emailing Shelby at s.deichiert@deltawaterfowl.org.
Chairman’s Circle Members
We are extremely grateful to the following Chairman’s Circle Members.
Austin P. Ainsworth
Mark and Becky Augustine
Bass Pro Shops & Cabelas Outdoor Fund
John W. Childs
David Winton Bell Foundation
George C. Freeman III
Bryan D. Glass/Glass Land and Home LLC
The Guilford Foundation
Thane and Blanche Hawkins Family Foundation
W. Jeff Johnson
Pat McCready
Michael and Lynda Mooney
Rob and Tammy Springer
Greg Twardowski
Eric Von Hoffmann
Conservation Partners
Arkansas Game and Fish Commission
Illinois Department of Natural Resources
Manitoba Habitat Conservancy
State of Alabama
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency
Wildlife Habitat Canada
Learn from Waterfowl Experts!
Delta Waterfowl’s ‘Volunteer Appreciation Night Out’ at Expo is Sponsored by RW Coolidge
6/10/2025
The Duck Hunters Organization will gather to celebrate the flock of more than 5,500 dedicated volunteers
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Delta Waterfowl Supports USFWS Annual Hunt Fish Rule
6/5/2025
Migratory bird hunting opportunities would expand on four federal refuges; Public can submit comments until June 30
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Delta Waterfowl Awarded Grant from Manitoba Conservation Trust
6/5/2025
Funding will boost Hen House and hunter recruitment programs
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