Want to take your volunteer service to the next level? Serving on a board for a mission that you are passionate about is an impactful way to offer your time.
DANA (Dana Adobe Nipomo Amigos) was founded in 1999, it is a local nonprofit dedicated to protecting, preserving, and providing public access to the 130 acre Dana Adobe Cultural Center, while sharing the stories of early California history/Rancho era, and inspiring stewardship of our natural and cultural resources. DANA is dedicated to community-based action, advocacy and education.
In the last 20 years, DANA has raised over 9 million dollars toward land acquisition, historic restoration and the development of the Dana Adobe Cultural Center, a 130-acre park, encompassing the historic home, a nature education facility/museum, trail system, and demonstration gardens.
Our current programs and events include:
Docent program: Docent-led guided tours of the historic
Dana Adobe Educational program: 1800 school children annually visit the Dana Adobe for hands-on - out of the classroom experiences. Free Family Campfires: Summer evening campfire program
Sunday Talk Series: Museum Lecture Series - open to the public
Summer Concert Fundraisers: Concerts at the Dana Adobe
Museum programs: Art exhibits, nature exhibits, cultural exhibits,
Community programs: Nature Festival, Heritage Day Festival, Taste of Nipomo, Ghost tours, monthly hands-on program.
Board Requirements: Board meetings are the first Tuesday of the month from 3:30 pm to approx 5:00 pm. Meetings are held in Nipomo. Board members are asked to commit to the following:
Join one board committee
Meet monthly
Make a financial donation of an amount that is significant to the member
Attend major events
Support fundraising efforts
Be committed to the vision and mission
If you would like to learn more about becoming a board member, please contact us at 929-5679.
