Nicole Falkenheiner, a Louisiana native with more than 10 years of experience in nonprofit development and fundraising, has joined Louisiana Wildlife Federation (LWF) as the organization’s new development director.
“Nicole is a great addition to the LWF team as we expand our education and advocacy work for wildlife conservation in Louisiana,” said Rebecca Triche, Executive Director of LWF. “Nicole’s unique diversity of experience offers a fresh look at how we serve LWF’s growing membership and engage new supporters in our mission to be the voice of Louisiana’s wildlife and natural resources.”
After graduating from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Arts and Science, Nicole earned a certificate in Nonprofit Management from UCLA. Nicole’s career has included work at Dream Day Foundation, Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre, Manship Theatre and SocialWorx Institute. She served as the IDEA Chair for the Baton Rouge Chapter Association of Fundraising Professionals in 2022, and will serve as the acting treasurer for 2023. Nicole also volunteers with the Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre and Friends of the Animals Baton Rouge.
“I am thankful for the opportunity to advocate for our wildlife and the preservation of Louisiana’s natural beauty,” said Falkenheiner. “Being born in St. Landry Parish and raised in Concordia Parish, I feel that this work is part of my family’s legacy. From the first time I went hunting with my Paw at the age of five, to present-day visits to our family hunting camp with my nephews, I have always had a special love for nature. I believe we are all stewards of our culture and traditions and I am proud that here in Louisiana those traditions are so closely tied to our state’s incredible resources. I cannot wait to dive into the opportunities that await Louisiana Wildlife Federation.”
To learn more about Nicole and the rest of the LWF team, visit Who We Are.
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About Louisiana Wildlife Federation
Established in 1940, Louisiana Wildlife Federation is a statewide nonprofit organization that represents 19 affiliate organizations and more than 7,900 members dedicated to the conservation of Louisiana’s wildlife and natural resources. Louisiana Wildlife Federation is an affiliate of National Wildlife Federation and together forms a powerful network for conservation locally and nationally.