PRINCETON, N.J. — Internationally syndicated cartoonist Patrick McDonnell and his wife Karen approached D&R Greenway with an idea and a clear intention: the creation of a unique Eco-Art bag to raise support and share the message of the land trust’s mission.
“In my comic strip MUTTS, I try to see the world through the eyes of animals. It is my firm belief that there is nothing more important than saving and preserving the natural world. D&R Greenway is a model for what can be done to keep our planet green,” says McDonnell, MUTTS creator.
McDonnell reached out to fellow D&R Greenway trustee, renowned watercolor artist James Fiorentino, who enthusiastically agreed to add his art to create a one-of-a-kind bag.
“I am thrilled to join Patrick in creating the ‘Green Way Bag’ because it embodies everything that D&R Greenway does for our community, from land stewardship and preservation to promoting the arts. These unique eco-friendly bags will spread the word about D&R Greenway and bring in new supporters, and reusable bags protect our environment and save wildlife.”
To enjoy your very own bag that includes the names of D&R Greenway preserves and special protected places—some popular and others you will learn about—all you have to do, is give a gift to get a gift to make a statement about your love of the land. Two contest drawings will provide winners with unique gifts that include the “Green Way Bag” with original signatures of both artists, a pillow for your home with James’ artwork, and signed prints by the artists.
Special Gifts: The top 10 donations to our Donor Appreciation Campaign received by Dec. 31, 2021, will receive an autographed book with a drawing by McDonnell, MUTTS cartoonist.
D&R Greenway Land Trusts asks that you visit www.drgreenway.org or call (609) 578-7470 to support D&R Greenway and make a statement about your love of the land and receive a one-of-a-kind bag designed by internationally renowned cartoonist, McDonnell and esteemed watercolor artist, Fiorentino.
About D&R Greenway Land Trust: D&R Greenway Land Trust is an accredited nonprofit that has reached a new milestone of over 21,000 acres of land preserved throughout central New Jersey since 1989. By protecting land in perpetuity and creating public trails, it gives everyone the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors. The land trust’s preserved farms and community gardens provide local organic food for residents of the region—including those most in need. Through strategic land conservation and stewardship, D&R Greenway combats climate change, protects birds and wildlife, and ensures clean drinking water for future generations. D&R Greenway’s mission is centered on connecting land with people from all walks of life.