March 18, 2026 – Minneapolis, Minn. – Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever are excited to introduce the new managing director of development representing The Habitat Organization’s mission across the nation. Ryan Meredith will be responsible for collaborating with donors, members, volunteers and partners to expand private, corporate and public funding relationships benefiting upland habitat conservation.  

"Ryan Meredith joins Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever as Managing Director of Development, bringing extensive experience in major gift fundraising, team leadership, and strategic growth,” said Jordan Martincich, PF & QF’s Vice President of Development. “He has led high-performing development teams and driven significant increases in philanthropic revenue throughout his career. His passion for conservation and servant leadership will help advance the organization’s mission to conserve upland birds and habitat across North America." 

Building a strong culture of philanthropy among Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever constituents is a top priority, which includes but is not limited to – leadership gifts and major gifts, charitable bequests, corporate philanthropy, gifts of real estate and conservation easements, endowments and grant funding. Meredith will take on responsibilities tied directly to Pheasants Forever’s and Quail Forever’s vision for the future of upland habitat, made possible in part by expanded philanthropic support inspired by a robust team of fundraising professionals.

Meredith has most recently overseen fundraising operations for the American Heart Association and Ducks Unlimited, gaining years of experience in inspiring philanthropic giving. He also brings extensive experience in education, providing leadership at Baylor University and several high schools throughout central Texas. 

“I am extremely honored to step into this role with The Habitat Organization,” Meredith said. “I am grateful for the opportunity to help advance one of the most impactful missions in wildlife conservation.” 

For more information about giving opportunities with Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever, contact Ryan Meredith at RMeredith@PheasantsForever.org. 

About Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever make up the nation's largest nonprofit organization dedicated to upland habitat conservation. This community of more than 420,000 members, supporters and partners is dedicated to the protection of our uplands through habitat improvement, public access, education, and advocacy. A network of 754 local chapters spread across North America determine how 100 percent of their locally raised funds are spent — the only national conservation organization that operates through this grassroots structure. Since its creation in 1982, the organization has dedicated more than $1 billion to 580,000 habitat projects benefiting 26.5 million acres.

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