The Conservation Fund
Description
The Conservation Fund is a nonprofit organization that protects land and water while supporting sustainable local economies.
It moves quickly to safeguard critical habitats and cherished landscapes before they are lost, often bridging the gap for partners who need time to arrange long-term protection. Its services include land acquisition, conservation finance, small green business financing, community and economic development, environmental mitigation and green infrastructure planning. It works with federal and state agencies, land trusts, corporations, foundations and other partners who have identified conservation priorities.
The Fund has protected more than nine million acres across all fifty states, including parks, historic battlefields and working forests, and it has supported projects such as expanding national monuments and state parks. Its work touches climate change, wildlife conservation, working forests and rural communities’ access to fresh food.
The Conservation Fund was founded in 1985. It is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, with offices in states across the United States.
Latest news
Acres for America: 20 Years of Conservation Wins With NFWF
For two decades, The Conservation Fund and NFWF's Acres for America program have protected working forests across the country. See the impact.
18 Sep 2026
Why Protecting Wildlife Habitat Isn’t Enough
Discover why protecting wildlife isn't enough - it's only part of the solution. Learn how connected landscapes help.
16 Sep 2026
A Major Conservation Win for Grand Teton National Park
Learn how six formerly privately owned properties within Grand Teton National Park are now permanently protected as part of the park.
14 Sep 2026
The Conservation Fund and National Trust Team Up to Save Black Heritage Sites
14 Sep 2026
Top 6 Scenic Drives to See Fall Colors
These six scenic road trips offer spectacular fall colors — and a glimpse of special places protected by The Conservation Fund.
14 Sep 2026
Stacy Funderburke Promoted to Georgia State Director
8 Sep 2026
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