PRESS RELEASE: UPLA Presenting $70,000 Donation to BlueRibbon Coalition for Legal Defense Fund

St. George, UT — December 5, 2023

Utah Public Lands Alliance (UPLA) is pleased to announce a significant donation of $70,000 to the BlueRibbon Coalition for their Legal Defense Fund. This generous contribution is a testament to UPLA’s unwavering commitment to preserving public lands’ accessibility for all Americans. The presentation of the donation will take place during the Utah Public Lands Alliance’s Board Meeting on December 7, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The event will be hosted at Dixie 4 Wheel Drive, located at 73 N 900 E, St. George, UT 84770.

Loren Campbell, President of Utah Public Lands Alliance, and Ben Burr, Executive Director of BlueRibbon Coalition, will be present at the event to commemorate this important occasion. The $70,000 donation is made possible through the UPLA’s initiative to match up to $50,000 in donations from a broad coalition of supporters across the United States. This collective effort highlights the shared commitment to preserving the accessibility and integrity of public lands for current and future generations.

Campbell expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “Preserving our public lands for responsible recreational use and ensuring accessibility is a shared responsibility. We are proud to support BlueRibbon Coalition in their efforts to defend these lands legally. The overwhelming response from supporters across the nation demonstrates the collective strength of our community in safeguarding our natural heritage.”

Ben Burr, Executive Director of BlueRibbon Coalition, added, “We are grateful for the Utah Public Lands Alliance’s dedication to the cause. This donation is one of the largest single donation ever received by BlueRibbon and will help us in our legal fight to continue advocating for the responsible use of public lands. The support from UPLA and their broad coalition of donors is instrumental in our efforts to protect these lands for everyone.”

The presentation event will provide an opportunity for both organizations to express their gratitude to supporters and showcase the importance of collaboration in preserving public lands. Ben Burr will be available to update attendees on the Moab closures and provide a chance to learn more about the initiatives undertaken by UPLA and BlueRibbon Coalition to protect the nation’s cherished natural resources.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Loren Campbell, President@UtahPLA.com, 909-499-3295

About Utah Public Lands Alliance: Utah Public Lands Alliance is a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and advocating for responsible access and use of public lands in Utah and surrounding areas. UPLA works to protect the cultural, recreational, and economic value of public lands for current and future generations.

About BlueRibbon Coalition: BlueRibbon Coalition is a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to preserving public lands for responsible recreational use. The organization focuses on advocacy, litigation, and education to ensure that public lands remain accessible for a wide range of recreational activities.

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