The Conservation Foundation Earns National Recognition

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One thing that unites us as people is land. Voters – national and local alike – strongly support saving the natural spaces they love. Since 1972, The Conservation Foundation has been doing just that to the tune of more than 36,000 acres. And we are proud to announce that our professional accredited status has recently been renewed by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission (LTAC), demonstrating that as part of a network of more than 450 accredited conservation land trusts across the nation, we are committed to sound finance, ethical conduct, responsible governance, and lasting stewardship.

 

This renewed accreditation status shows our ongoing commitment to permanent land conservation in our region. We are a stronger organization than ever for having gone through the rigorous process. We provided extensive documentation to the LTAC and were subject to a comprehensive evaluation prior to achieving this distinction. Collectively, we and our fellow accredited land trusts across the nation now steward more than 20 million acres – the size of Denali, Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, Glacier, Everglades, and Yosemite National Parks combined!

 

“We are proud to recognize The Conservation Foundation’s continued commitment to conservation excellence,” said Melissa Kalvestrand, executive director of the Commission. “The accreditation seal is a mark of distinction that stands for excellence, trust, and permanence. The Conservation Foundation is part of a network of over 450 accredited land trusts that are united by their strong ethical practices. Accredited land trusts inspire confidence and respect among their peers and in their communities.”

 

I want to share this news with our members who make all of our work possible, in hopes that it will reinforce your confidence that your contributions are being used wisely, responsibly, and with great impact. Our strength means special places – such as our Dayton Bluffs Preserve, McDonald Farm, and Belrose Farm – will be protected forever, making this beautiful, diverse region where we live and work an even greater place, both now and into the future.

 

Thank you for entrusting us with your support!

 

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