Carly Lare

Carly started her time with CRC in 2021 as a volunteer planting trees. After some time in the field, Carly realized the CRC was the place for her. Upon starting on the CRC team, Carly quickly jumped into grant management, applying for and overseeing CRC's largest sources of income including funding from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.

As Executive Director, Carly dedicates her time to connecting with the stakeholders which rely on the natural resources of the Chester, Ridley, and Crum Creeks. Carly also oversees day-to-day management of the organization and supports her outstanding staff.

Carly's next goal with CRC is to create a robust Watershed Action Plan, outlining 5-year goals for CRC Watersheds and local partners.

CRC’s Executive Director Carly Lare’s resume includes a long list of honors, leadership and community service awards. Lare graduated from West Chester University’s Honors College with an Ecology and Conservation Biology Degree and minors in Civic and Professional Leadership and Communication Studies. Carly also studied Nonprofit Management as part of LaSalle University's Nonprofit Certificate Program. Outside of the office, Carly enjoys spending time with her dog Leia and exploring the environment (locally and beyond!).