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Since 1951, we've
been working with communities, businesses and people
like you to protect nearly 117 million acres around the
world.
 Our
Mission:
To preserve the plants, animals and natural communities
that represent the diversity of life on Earth by
protecting the lands and waters they need to survive.
Why We're Successful:
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We work closely with
communities, businesses and people like you.
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We have a science-based
plan that achieves tangible results.
- We use a
non-confrontational approach.
Widely Acclaimed Conservation
Success:
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In its annual survey of
the largest U.S. charities, Forbes
calculated The Nature Conservancy's fundraising
efficiency at 89%, which is among the highest
ratings for charities.
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The American
Institute of Philanthropy has awarded The
Nature Conservancy an "A" rating.
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Charity
Navigator has awarded The
Nature Conservancy four out of four stars, its
highest possible rating, for the fourth year in a
row.
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Nonprofit Times, the leading business
publication for nonprofit management, recently rated
The Nature Conservancy #14 amongst their top 100
charities in a recent special report.
Fast Facts
About The Nature Conservancy:
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Cumulative acres
protected in the United States |
14,345,000
acres |
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Cumulative acres
protected in Canada |
39,700 acres |
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Cumulative acres
protected in Central America, South America,
Mexico and the Caribbean |
83,464,000
acres |
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Cumulative acres
protected in the Asia-Pacific region |
18,393,000
acres |
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Current number of
Conservancy preserves |
about 1,400
preserves |
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Conservancy members |
approximately 1 million members strong |
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