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North Carolina environmental organizations

There are 732environmental organizations in North Carolina. Combined, these North Carolinianenvironmental organizationsemploy 2,818 people, earn more than $346 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $1 billion.
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Types of environmental organizations in North Carolina

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Natural resource conservation organizations
287
$235,430,607
Botanical nonprofits and horticultural societies
143
$22,684,583
Garden clubs and horticultural programs
110
$1,166,034
Environmental education organizations
92
$44,801,257
Water quality and wetland conservation organizations
78
$47,935,058
Civic environmental and open space organizations
56
$10,479,708
Land conservation organizations
52
$105,593,849
Pollution abatement and control organizations
44
$16,530,479
Environmental professional societies
26
$9,005,221
Botanical gardens and arboreta
24
$17,233,271
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Environmental organizations by major North Carolina cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Raleigh
119
$60,019,027
Asheville
104
$76,579,751
Durham
88
$57,148,508
Charlotte
81
$29,706,351
Wilmington
48
$11,024,002
Greensboro
30
$9,076,729
Winston-Salem
29
$11,955,842
Myrtle Beach, SC
21
$2,969,007
Hickory
15
$6,916,786
Fayetteville, NC
14
$2,774,252
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Job trends for North Carolina environmental organizations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
74
1-10
69
11-25
36
26-100
26
101 to 1,000
6
1,000+
0
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Sizes of environmental organizations in North Carolina

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
141
$250k to $1M
64
$1M to $5M
51
$5M to $25M
24
$25M to $100M
0
$100M+
0
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Directory of environmental organizations in North Carolina

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1-20 of 732

NC Coastal Land Trust

To enrich the coastal communities of North Carolina through conservation of natural areas and working landscapes, education, and the promotion of good land stewardship.
Revenue
$7.1m
Assets
$57.0m
Employees
16
EIN
56-1791849
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Urban Sustainability Directors Network

USDN connects local government sustainability leaders worldwide to accelerate practical solutions for climate change, social equity, and economic prosperity.
Revenue
$7.0m
Assets
$13.4m
Employees
44
EIN
82-5015863
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation

Inspiring conservation of natural world through education, protecting endangered species, eradicating invasive species and promoting sustainable tourism practices in Linville, NC.
Revenue
$8.8m
Assets
$32.7m
Employees
130
EIN
26-4812778
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Environmental Research and Education Foundation (EREF)

The Environmental Research and Education Foundation (EREF) is the leading institution lighting a clear path, through research and education, translating ideas into action for sustainable waste management practices.
Revenue
$5.9m
Assets
$13.6m
Employees
28
EIN
52-1804051
IRS type
501(c)(3)

North Carolina Outward Bound School (NCOBS)

North Carolina Outward Bound School is a nonprofit organization that serves people of all ages and backgrounds by inspiring them to discover and develop their potential through challenging experiences.
Revenue
$5.8m
Assets
$27.3m
Employees
180
EIN
56-0857708
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy (SAHC)

The Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy is one of the country's oldest and most respected land trusts. SAHC works to protect the world's oldest mountains for the benefit of present and future generations.
Revenue
$12.7m
Assets
$74.9m
Employees
20
EIN
62-1098890
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Blue Ridge Conservancy (BRC)

BRC's mission is to protect the natural resources of northwestern North Carolina by conserving land with significant agricultural, ecological, cultural, recreational or scenic value.
Revenue
$6.9m
Assets
$20.7m
Employees
9
EIN
58-2502695
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Mainspring Conservation Trust (LTLT)

Land Trust for the Little Tennessee (LTLT) is a non-profit dedicated to conserving the waters, forests, farms and heritage of the six far-western counties of North Carolina and northern Rabun County, Georgia.
Revenue
$5.2m
Assets
$16.3m
Employees
17
EIN
56-2142199
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Resource Institute

Resource Institute strives to provide support for addressing natural and human resource opportunities and enhancing the quality of life. The organization offers assistance with various conservation development projects.
Revenue
$6.1m
Assets
$2.2m
Employees
4
EIN
56-2251040
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Trust for Tomorrow

The Trust for Tomorrow protects habitats, provides environmental education and restores wetland acreage in Georgia covering 7,741 acres.
Revenue
$11.8m
Assets
$3.1m
Employees
13
EIN
26-4815517
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Conserving Carolina

Conserving Carolina protects natural areas through stewardship, restoration, public access, and education.
Revenue
$15.8m
Assets
$39.0m
Employees
81
EIN
56-6449365
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Eo Wilson Biodiversity Foundation

E.O. Wilson Biodiversity Foundation promotes biodiversity research and education, inspires Half-Earth Project, and offers educator ambassador programs.
Revenue
$5.7m
Assets
$4.0m
Employees
6
EIN
20-4547380
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina

Regional land trust conserving natural resources in the Foothills region by working with partners and landowners.
Revenue
$6.5m
Assets
$26.9m
Employees
10
EIN
56-1947390
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Soar (SOAR)

SOAR providing adventure based wilderness programs and experiential education services to individuals and families dealing with learning disabilities and/or attention deficit disorders.
Revenue
$5.3m
Assets
$7.6m
Employees
140
EIN
58-1505954
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Piedmont Land Conservancy (PLC)

PLC protects important lands to conserve our region's rivers and streams, natural and scenic areas, wildlife habitat, and farmland that make the Piedmont a healthy and vibrant place to live, work and visit for present and future generations.
Revenue
$6.6m
Assets
$19.1m
Employees
13
EIN
56-1704433
IRS type
501(c)(3)

North Carolina Advanced Energy Corporation

Innovative energy corporation in Raleigh, NC with goals of moderating electricity demand and creating economic, environmental, and societal benefits.
Revenue
$8.4m
Assets
$9.4m
Employees
76
EIN
56-1275391
IRS type
501(c)(3)

North Carolina Coastal Federation

North Carolina Coastal Federation empowers locals to preserve the unique coast through support and collaboration, safeguarding natural resources.
Revenue
$9.9m
Assets
$43.4m
Employees
41
EIN
58-1494098
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Appalachian Voices

Appalachian Voices advocates for a healthy environment in the Appalachian region while promoting a just transition to clean energy.
Revenue
$5.0m
Assets
$5.3m
Employees
37
EIN
56-2049956
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Soil Health Institute

Global non-profit advancing soil health through scientific research and industry partnerships. Based in Morrisville, NC.
Revenue
$5.8m
Assets
$10.6m
Employees
24
EIN
47-5349004
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Triangle Land Conservancy

Triangle Land Conservancy (tlc) strives to create a healthier and more vibrant Triangle region by safeguarding clean water, protecting natural habitats, supporting local farms and food, and connecting people with nature through Land protection and steward....
Revenue
$18.7m
Assets
$152.8m
Employees
29
EIN
58-1514406
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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