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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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Story Arc

How Teachers are Educating the Next Generation About Climate Change

To empower young people about climate change, it's critical that teachers and parents instill love for nature at an early age and model optimism when they cover climate in class.

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A Big Plan to Save a Tiny Rabbit

In the past, human presence has battered the existence of the pygmy rabbit. Meet the conservationists who are now working to better it.

LAUNCHING A RABBIT RESCUE
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Our Favorite Stories from 2021

Overhead view of a man on a boat casting a wide, green net.

Contest

2021 Global Photo Contest Winners

Sep 26, 2021

Dance in the Sea Fisherman in Hon Yen, Phu Yen, Vietnam. © Vinh Le van/TNC Photo Contest 2019
a loggerhead turtle swims away from a field of seagrass

Success

How Belize is Transforming the Caribbean

Nov 04, 2021

Venturing Out in Belize IUCN endangered loggerhead sea turtle departs the seagrass © Claire Ryser/TNC Photo Contest 2019
Monarch butterfly resting on a flowe

Feature

Monarch Butterflies Bring Together Conservation and Culture Between U.S. and Mexico

Sep 07, 2021

Monarch A monarch butterfly rests on a flower. © Kathy Lichtendahl
in a dark image, 8 salamanders surround a few dozen translucent jelly-like eggs, resting on a bed of dead leaves. All underwater.

Magazine Feature

Birth of a Salamander

by Lindsey Liles  |  May 28, 2021

Vernal Pools Eastern newts prey on spotted salamander eggs at a year-round pond in George Washington National Forest. Though newts use vernal pools, they do not rely on them. Newts are toxic to many fish, which allows them to avoid predation. On occasion, spotted salamanders do breed and lay eggs in permanent ponds like this one, but losses to predation tend to be much higher. © Steven David Johnson
A black insect with transparent wings and large red eyes sits on a green leaf.

Feature

What You Need to Know about Brood X Cicadas in 2021

by Deborah Landau  |  Mar 22, 2021

Periodical Cicada The emergence of periodic cicadas is one of nature’s great annual events, and it’s a boon to many other species of animals that feast on the slow-moving insects. © David Gumbart/TNC
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.