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North Carolina environmental organizations

There are 756 environmental organizations in North Carolina. Combined, these North Carolinian environmental organizations employ 2,996 people, earn more than $378 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
 
297
 
$246,127,776
Botanical nonprofits and horticultural societies
 
145
 
$25,774,928
Garden clubs and horticultural programs
 
113
 
$1,428,834
Environmental education organizations
 
100
 
$49,189,819
Water quality and wetland conservation organizations
 
85
 
$68,088,930
Civic environmental and open space organizations
 
55
 
$11,390,908
Land conservation organizations
 
53
 
$105,779,610
Pollution abatement and control organizations
 
50
 
$22,181,597
Botanical gardens and arboreta
 
26
 
$19,233,714
Environmental professional societies
 
24
 
$7,481,149
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Environmental organizations by major North Carolina cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Raleigh
 
121
 
$58,115,171
Asheville
 
103
 
$73,025,960
Durham
 
89
 
$58,800,380
Charlotte
 
87
 
$47,389,199
Wilmington
 
47
 
$11,114,958
Greensboro
 
34
 
$6,638,878
Winston-Salem
 
29
 
$17,944,820
Myrtle Beach, SC
 
20
 
$3,995,466
Hickory
 
17
 
$5,785,181
Fayetteville, NC
 
17
 
$3,117,091
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Job trends for North Carolina environmental organizations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
76
1-10
 
70
11-25
 
41
26-100
 
27
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
 
149
$250k to $1M
 
67
$1M to $5M
 
50
$5M to $25M
 
28
$25M to $100M
 
0
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of environmental organizations in North Carolina

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Catawba Lands Conservancy

Catawba Lands Conservancy protects land, restores ecosystems, and connects communities in North Carolina through conservation, stewardship, and a network of greenways.
Revenue
$5.8m
Assets
$51.1m
Employees
23
EIN
58-1969605
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)

Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina

Regional land trust conserving natural resources in the Foothills region by working with partners and landowners.
Revenue
$5.2m
Assets
$34.1m
Employees
12
EIN
56-1947390
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)

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)

Wine to Water

Wine to Water provides clean water and community transformation through programs in Dominican Republic and Tanzania. Headquartered in Boone, NC.
Revenue
$7.3m
Assets
$7.3m
Employees
65
EIN
20-8877288
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)

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
$6.4m
Assets
$60.1m
Employees
14
EIN
56-1791849
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
$11.0m
Assets
$80.4m
Employees
21
EIN
62-1098890
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Find Outdoors

Find Outdoors promotes education, recreation, and interpretation of natural resources. They manage visitor centers, recreational areas, and offer Cradle of Forestry partnership.
Revenue
$5.3m
Assets
$3.0m
Employees
163
EIN
56-1302500
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Conserving Carolina

Conserving Carolina protects natural areas through stewardship, restoration, public access, and education.
Revenue
$11.2m
Assets
$44.3m
Employees
79
EIN
56-6449365
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
$13.5m
Assets
$5.0m
Employees
16
EIN
26-4815517
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
$12.9m
Assets
$6.8m
Employees
4
EIN
56-2251040
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Three Rivers Land Trust

Land conservation organization protecting rural landscapes, family farms, and historic places in NC's Heartland. Educates public and monitors 28k+ acres of preserved land.
Revenue
$6.5m
Assets
$33.2m
Employees
19
EIN
56-1920846
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)

Eo Wilson Biodiversity Foundation

E.O. Wilson Biodiversity Foundation promotes biodiversity research and education, inspires Half-Earth Project, and offers educator ambassador programs.
Revenue
$5.4m
Assets
$4.7m
Employees
11
EIN
20-4547380
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
$8.0m
Assets
$10.5m
Employees
72
EIN
56-1275391
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Soil Health Institute

Soil Health Institute enhances soil vitality through research, promoting regenerative practices that benefit farmers, the environment, and society globally.
Revenue
$5.8m
Assets
$10.6m
Employees
24
EIN
47-5349004
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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