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The Nature Conservancy

A Future Where People and Nature Thrive

By maximizing our ability to effect change between now and 2030, we can shape a brighter future for people and our planet.

Who We Are

We impact conservation in more than 70 countries and territories thanks to our members, staff and scientists.

What We Do

Guided by science and equity, we find paths to solve climate change and biodiversity loss. We’re determined to make a major difference by 2030.

How To Help

From volunteering to reducing your carbon footprint, there are so many ways you can get involved.

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Donate today and you’ll be a member, funding urgent direct conservation and advocacy.

Cascade Head Preserve Forest located on The Nature Conservancy's Cascade Head Preserve, north of Lincoln City, Oregon. © Devan King/TNC
Forest located on The Nature Conservancy's Cascade Head Preserve, north of Lincoln City, Oregon.

Our Mission

Conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends

Every acre we protect and every river mile we restore begins with you. Your support helps us take on the dual threats of climate change and biodiversity loss across 70+ countries and territories.

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Our 2022 Global Photo Contest

Check out some of the amazing submissions to this year’s Global Photo Contest before winners are announced later this month!

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Family looks out over a bay in Barbados.

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Barbados Commits to Ambitious Ocean Conservation

This innovative debt refinancing project will provide Barbados with $50 million to assess and safeguard its marine assets for a sustainable future.

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An aerial photo of a reservoir with low water levels.

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A River in Crisis

Aug 28, 2022

Green Mountain Reservoir Low water levels in Green Mountain Reservoir in Heeney north of Silverthorn, CO. May 20, 2021. © Jason Houston
A leopard in South Africa

Photo Essay

Photos Can Save the World

Aug 01, 2019

South Africa A leopard in South Africa © Craig McFarlane/TNC Photo Contest 2018
A young boy's back is visible as he uses a snorkel to dip his head into murky water. Sunlight is creating sparkly spots in the water and on his back.

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How The Water Shapes Us

by Rolaine Ossman  |  Feb 26, 2021

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Photo of a silhouette of a hummingbird flying, with sun shining through its wings creating a rainbow effect.

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Our Climate Emergency Requires an Immediate, Complete, and Decisive Response

by Leonardo Lacerda  |  Jul 06, 2022

Hummingbird in Brazil Sunlight penetrates the wings of a Black and White Jacobin hummingbird, revealing a secret of nature that cannot be seen with our eyes. © Christian Spencer/TNC Photo Contest 2021
Surfer walking past garbage strewn on a beach.

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Stand Up to Plastic

Apr 09, 2020

Surfer on trash strewn beach. © Jason Childs
A small orange and yellow bird sits on a branch looking up.
Blackburnian Warbler This small North American warbler flies between North and South America twice a year. © Ray Hennessy

How to Help

Save Nature’s Sights and Songs

Your backyard is full of nature’s wonders that need your support.

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Small yellow bird perched on a plant.
Tennessee Warbler The population of this small bird goes up and down depending upon availability of its favorite snack--the budworm. © TNC

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Fishermen from Pate Island in Lamu County.