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North Carolina natural resource conservation nonprofits

There are 297natural resource conservation organizations in North Carolina. Combined, these North Caroliniannatural resource conservation nonprofitsemploy 1,421 people, earn more than $248 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $1 billion.
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Types of natural resource conservation nonprofits in North Carolina

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Natural resource conservation organizations
297
$247,788,134
Water quality and wetland conservation organizations
85
$69,999,288
Land conservation organizations
53
$103,898,257
Energy conservation and development organizations
23
$16,761,649
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Natural resource conservation nonprofits by major North Carolina cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Raleigh
53
$45,369,872
Asheville
45
$39,228,067
Charlotte
29
$33,996,749
Durham
28
$32,153,803
Wilmington
22
$7,843,072
Myrtle Beach, SC
11
$3,772,966
Greensboro
9
$5,529,667
Hickory
8
$5,426,387
Winston-Salem
6
$769,289
Fayetteville, NC
5
$142,520
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Job trends for North Carolina natural resource conservation nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
39
1-10
39
11-25
25
26-100
16
101 to 1,000
1
1,000+
0
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Sizes of natural resource conservation nonprofits in North Carolina

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
55
$250k to $1M
37
$1M to $5M
28
$5M to $25M
19
$25M to $100M
0
$100M+
0
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Directory of natural resource conservation nonprofits 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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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 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)

Soil Health Institute

Soil Health Institute enhances soil vitality through research, promoting regenerative practices that benefit farmers, the environment, and society globally.
Revenue
$7.6m
Assets
$10.5m
Employees
48
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
$18.2m
Assets
$166.1m
Employees
40
EIN
58-1514406
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Conservation Trust for North Carolina

Ctnc conserves land in ways that inspire and enable people to build resilient, just communities. We carry out our mission in collaboration with other Conservation organizations and the communities we serve.
Revenue
$3.3m
Assets
$13.6m
Employees
45
EIN
58-1552188
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Water Well Trust

Water Well Trust drills wells and offers financial support, providing safe drinking water for families in the US lacking access.
Revenue
$3.6m
Assets
$4.1m
Employees
5
EIN
27-1659354
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
$3.3m
Assets
$18.4m
Employees
18
EIN
56-2142199
IRS type
501(c)(3)

NC State Natural Resources Foundation (NCSNRF)

To promote education and research in the college of natural resources of North Carolina State University as well as aid and promote, by financial assistance and otherwise, all types of education, research and extension in the college of natural resources.
Revenue
$4.2m
Assets
$56.5m
Employees
0
EIN
56-0653350
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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