Friends of Prescott Preserve
About
Prescott Preserve is a dedicated space for wildlife right in the heart of Palm Springs. The Preserve includes trails that are open to the public, providing an accessible, awe-inspiring nature experience. In early 2025, Friends of Prescott Preserve was officially established by a group of passionate neighbors. Our goal is to raise funds to support the day-to-day operating costs of Prescott Preserve, specific improvements at the Preserve, and the number of Prescott Preserve community volunteers.
We invite you to join a vibrant and committed group of community members who passionately support Prescott Preserve, nature’s desert gem in the heart of beautiful Palm Springs. When you become a Friend of Prescott Preserve, your contribution goes directly to Prescott Preserve to maintain this natural treasure in our community. By working together, we can celebrate this amazing amenity and support its operations.
Fundraising Efforts
GOAL: $250,000
To become a Friends of Prescott Preserve member, please use the link below...
You can also send a check to Oswit Land Trust, PO Box 4020, Palm Springs, CA 92263 or contact David Paisley at DavidP@OswitLandTrust.org for information about donations through donor advised funds.
Member • Annually $120 or $10 per month
Steward • Annually $500
Guardian • Annually $1,000
Champion • Annually $5,000
All of the benefits above, plus:
Complimentary access for two (2) people to Oswit Land Trust's annual fundraising event
Visionary • Annually $25,000 or more
All of the benefits above, plus:
Additional recognition upon discussion with Oswit Land Trust
Timeline
February 18, 2026Friends of Prescott Preserve at 4707 Sunny Dunes
The first official mixer was held at a new event space in Palm Springs called 4707 Sunny Dunes.
November 6, 2025Friends of Prescott Preserve
at The Shag HouseThe second Friends of Prescott Preserve fundraising event was held at the Shag House, an internationally known home designed by the artist Shag located in Little Beverly Hills. Homeowner and philanthropist Brandon McBurney invited guests behind the big green doors to step into an immersive space created by the artist.
February 18, 2025Friends of Prescott Preserve
- Founders ReceptionThe Friends of Prescott Preserve held their inaugural fundraising event hosted by Brandon Elliott and Brian Ramos at their preserve-front mid-century home in Little Beverly Hills. The steering committee presented Brad Prescott (pictured) with a statue to thank his generosity in acquiring and donating the 120-acre parcel to OLT. Mr. Prescott announced that more than 15 additional acres that were previously leased had just been purchased further protecting the open space from development. Over 100 founding members raised an initial $50,000 to fund non-grant supported activities at the preserve.
January 6, 2025Friends of Prescott Preserve
- EstablishedA small group of neighbors from Mesquite Country Club HOA and Little Beverly Hills Neighborhood Organization came together to provide public support for Oswit’s Prescott Preserve. Together, they formed the Friends of Prescott Preserve, dedicated to financial support, outreach and advocacy for the newly formed preserve.
