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Why Your Support Matters
For nearly 60 years, the North American Decoy Collectors Association has been the heartbeat of the decoy collecting community. We're an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the heritage of American waterfowl decoy carving — a tradition that dates back centuries and reflects the craftsmanship, ingenuity, and sporting spirit of generations of Americans.
But preservation doesn't happen on its own. It takes resources to educate new collectors, maintain a vibrant community, and host the annual gathering that brings our world together. That's where you come in.
Your donation directly funds the programs and events that keep this tradition thriving. Whether you're a collector, a carver, a history enthusiast, or simply someone who believes in preserving American heritage — your support makes a real difference.
Where Your Donation Goes
Every gift is put to work across four key areas that keep the hobby thriving.
Education & Resources
Fund collector guides, identification resources, historical research, and mentoring programs that introduce new generations to decoy collecting. Your gift helps us publish articles, create how-to content, and connect beginners with experienced collectors.
The Annual Show
Support North America's largest and longest-running vintage decoy and sporting collectibles show. Donations help cover event logistics, venue costs, seminar programming, carving demonstrations, and educational displays that make each year's show better than the last.
Community Building
Help us grow and connect our nationwide network of 800+ collectors. Your support funds member communications, the private online community, regional networking efforts, and outreach to underserved areas where collecting interest is growing.
Heritage Preservation
Contribute to efforts that document, catalog, and preserve the history of North American decoy carving. From recording the stories of master carvers to supporting research on regional carving traditions, your donation safeguards knowledge that might otherwise be lost.
Choose Your Gift Amount
Every contribution — no matter the size — helps preserve America's decoy heritage.
Covers the cost of one new collector resource guide, helping a beginner start their journey.
Funds a seminar session at the annual show, putting expert knowledge in front of collectors.
Sponsors a carving demonstration or educational display at our annual event.
Helps underwrite the annual show, ensuring it remains the premier gathering for decoy collectors.
Provides major support for NADCA's mission. Heritage Circle donors receive a personal thank-you from the President and recognition in the annual newsletter.
Give any amount that's meaningful to you. Every dollar counts.
Why Donors Give
In their own words — why members give back to the hobby they love.
NADCA introduced me to this hobby 30 years ago. Giving back is the least I can do to make sure the next generation gets to experience the same thrill of finding that perfect bird.
I give every year because NADCA does the work that keeps this hobby alive — the research, the mentoring, the annual show. Supporting it is one of the easiest decisions I make.
My grandfather's decoys sparked a lifelong passion. Donating to NADCA is how I honor that — and help make sure these stories and traditions are never lost.
NADCA by the Numbers
Nearly six decades of community, preservation, and passion — here's what that looks like.
Years Running
Founded in 1966 — in continuous operation ever since
Members
From all 50 states, D.C., and 3 Canadian provinces
Annual Show
The largest and longest-running show of its kind
Volunteer-Run
No paid staff — every dollar goes directly to programs
Collector Resources
Guides, articles, seminars, and mentoring
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. NADCA is a registered nonprofit organization. Your donation is tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law. You will receive a receipt for your records.
Absolutely. Monthly giving provides reliable support that helps us plan programs and events. You can set up, change, or cancel a recurring gift at any time.
100% of your donation supports NADCA's mission: education, the annual show, community building, and heritage preservation. We are an all-volunteer organization with no paid staff, so your gift goes directly to programs.
Yes. Please make checks payable to NADCA and mail to: [mailing address]. Include your name, email, and any designation for your gift.
Yes. During checkout, you can include a dedication note. We'll ensure your tribute is acknowledged.
Every Gift Preserves a Tradition
The art of decoy carving is woven into the fabric of American history. Help us ensure it's never forgotten. Your generosity today protects this heritage for tomorrow's collectors.