MLI Vision and Goals
Lake Superior from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Photo Credit: USFWS (Courtney Celley)
Our Vision
Healthy lands and waters across the Midwest for the wellbeing of people and nature.
Our Mission
Fostering community to catalyze conservation solutions together.

Our Goals
By 2030, our goals are to achieve:
- A 10% increase in the health and connectedness of Midwest lands and waters, to include conservation of intact landscapes as well as restoration and enhancement of degraded landscapes.
- Sustainable populations of wildlife, fish, and plant species.
- An increase in the relevance of nature and the practice of pro-conservation and outdoor recreation behaviors of those who live, work, and recreate in the Midwest.