Who They Are
The Conservation Fund (TCF) is a national organization dedicated to the principle that nature and people can thrive together. Operating across all 50 states, this innovative conservation leader has protected more than 9 million acres of land across America, representing an investment of over $8 billion in securing land for both people and nature.
What sets The Conservation Fund apart is their unique approach to conservation. Unlike traditional environmental organizations, TCF functions with the agility of a business while maintaining the heart of a nonprofit. They have developed exceptional expertise in land acquisition and innovative financing, allowing them to act swiftly when conservation opportunities arise.
One of their most effective strategies is their ability to step in quickly to purchase threatened lands when other conservation partners cannot move fast enough. They temporarily hold these properties until permanent protection can be arranged through public or private partners. This revolving fund model allows them to recycle their capital repeatedly, maximizing their conservation impact across the country.
With decades of experience and a commitment to collaborative solutions, The Conservation Fund has established itself as an unmatched leader in American conservation, balancing environmental protection with economic development in communities nationwide.
What They Do
The Conservation Fund focuses their work on four key areas that create lasting environmental and community benefits. First, they directly conserve land, from pristine wilderness that shelters endangered species to historically significant sites that preserve America's cultural heritage.
Second, they ensure working lands continue to provide both environmental and economic benefits. This includes protecting vast timber forests and small farms that sustain local economies while maintaining crucial ecological services like clean water, wildlife habitat, and carbon sequestration.
Third, TCF helps communities across the nation thrive by creating urban parks, restoring natural areas, and preserving working landscapes that support local jobs and economies. They recognize that conservation success isn't measured solely in acres protected but in how these projects improve people's lives and strengthen communities.
Finally, The Conservation Fund is actively facilitating the transition to a clean energy economy, helping to build climate resilience across America. They're pioneering new approaches to meet urgent conservation challenges related to climate change, biodiversity loss, and economic opportunity.
Through these interconnected efforts, The Conservation Fund continues to demonstrate that environmental protection and economic prosperity can go hand in hand, creating a healthier, more sustainable future for all Americans.
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