The Piedmont is the long red-clay shoulder of the South, the rolling country that runs between the Blue Ridge and the coastal plain. It is neither mountain nor lowland, and that in-between quality has made it easy to overlook, even as it became the most urbanized landscape in the Southeast. Beneath the pavement of Atlanta and Birmingham lie the headwaters of rivers that supply water to millions.
The organizations here defend those urban headwaters, restore the hardwood forests and river corridors that thread between the subdivisions, and fight for tree canopy and greenspace in cities growing faster than their ecosystems can absorb. This is conservation practiced in the middle of a metropolis, and it is some of the most consequential work in the region.
Environmental Organizations in This Bioregion
62 organizations working across this landscape.
Alabama Center for Sustainable Energy
Accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy.
Alabama Rivers Alliance
Alabama Rivers Alliance is a statewide network of groups working to protect and restore all of Alabama's water resources through building partnerships, empowering ci...
Alliance for International Reforestation, Inc. (AIR)
“AIR’s mission is to implement educational programs, reforestation, and regenerative farming methods in Central America in order to protect water sources, build soil...
Amphibian Foundation
The Amphibian Foundation develops and implements urgent species-specific conservation programs focusing on declining imperiled amphibians.
Barrow County Farmers Market
The purpose of the Barrow County Farmers Market is to create a vibrant community event that: - Enhances economic opportunities for local farmers and artisans. - Prov...
Black Warrior Riverkeeper, Inc.
Black Warrior Riverkeeper's mission is to protect and restore the Black Warrior River and its tributaries.
B Local Georgia
B Local Georgia is a fiscally sponsored project of the Social Good Fund, a 501(c)3 organization, that serves as the community hub for B Corps and mission driven
Cahaba Riverkeeper
The mission of Cahaba Riverkeeper is to defend the ecological integrity of the Cahaba River, its tributaries and watershed to ensure clean water, a healthy aquatic...
Captain Planet Foundation
Captain Planet Foundation works collaboratively to engage and empower young people to be problem solvers for the planet.
CARE
CARE believes that investing in and supporting women and communities most affected by climate change will ignite and empower them to restore their communities
Center for Agricultural Resilience
Educational non-profit organization focusing on regenerative agriculture, sustainability, livestock welfare, solar grazing, and building resilient communities.
Central Alabama Mountain Pedalers (CAMP)
Since 2012, CAMP has been on a mission to create incredible outdoor experiences for mountain bikers and hikers in Central Alabama.
Chattahoochee National Parks Conservancy
The official nonprofit partner of Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area in Atlanta, Georgia
Chattahoochee Riverkeeper
Chattahooochee Riverkeeper
Concrete Jungle
Concrete Jungle’s impact is twofold; we strive to improve community health as well as minimize the environmental consequences of wasted food.
Coosa River Basin Initiative
Coosa River Basin Initiative is a member-supported non-profit organization working to protect the upper Coosa River basin - including the Coosa, Etowah, Oostanaula,...
Coosa Riverkeeper
The Coosa Valley, rich in aquatic biodiversity and natural beauty, is the one of the most developed rivers in Alabama – The River State. The Coosa River is 280 mile...
Development in Gardening (DIG)
A Better World is Rooted in Food
EarthShare Georgia
EarthShare Georgia connects people to trusted non-profir organizations dedicated to conserving and protecting our air, land and water.
EARTH University Foundation
Founded in Costa Rica in 1990 through a partnership among the Costa Rican government, USAID, and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, EARTH University develops ethical lead...
Educated Choices Program
ECP is the nation's largest academic non-profit dedicated to providing free science-based education about the impact of food choices on planetary health.
Freshwater Land Trust
FRESHWATER LAND TRUST WORKS TO CONSERVE AND CARE FOR ENVIRONMENTALLY SIGNIFICANT LAND THROUGHOUT CENTRAL ALABAMA AND TO CONNECT THE RED ROCK TRAIL SYSTEM THROUGHOUT ...
Friends of Refugees
Faith-based community development nonprofit empowering refugees in Metro Atlanta to flourish in 4 critical ares in their new home.
GEORGIA-ALABAMA LAND TRUST, INC
Enriching life through land protection.
Georgia Aquarium
Georgia Aquarium is a nonprofit committed to inspiring awareness and preservation of our ocean and aquatic animals worldwide.
Georgia Conservancy
TO PROTECT GEORGIA THROUGH ECOLOGICAL AND ECONOMIC SOLUTIONS FOR STEWARDSHIP, CONSERVATION, AND SUSTAINABLE USE OF THE LAND AND ITS RESOURCES.
Georgia Interfaith Power and Light (GIPL)
We engage communities of faith in stewardship of God's creation as a direct reflection of our faithfullness through worship, education, and the sustainable generati...
Georgia Organics
Georgia Organics invests in organic farmers for the health of our communities and the land.
Georgia River Network
GEORGIA RIVERS WORKS TO PROTECT AND CONNECT PEOPLE WITH GEORGIA'S RIVERS.
Girl Plus Environment
Girl Plus Environment is dedicated to educating, engaging, and empowering young Black and Brown women to lead in the climate and environmental advocacy.
Global Conservation Corps
The Global Conservation Corps (GCC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit operating in South Africa which works to bridge the gap between communities and wildlife. In order t...
Global Village Project
Global Village Project's mission is to reactivate the schooling of refugee girls so they can access the benefits of a holistic education.
Greening Youth Foundation
Greening Youth Foundation Inc is a 1% for the Planet nature nonprofit partner associated with conservation / environment. Based in Atlanta, GA, United States of Amer...
Habitat for Humanity International
Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.
Howell Conservation Fund
We achieve breakthrough conservation solutions through project & program management, grants, and education programs.
Kula Project
Kula Project is eradicating poverty through the development of women entrepreneurs in Rwanda's coffee communities.
Land Trust of North Alabama
THE LAND TRUST LEADS REGIONAL AND COMMUNITY COLLABORATIONS THAT PLAN, PRESERVE AND PROVIDE STEWARDSHIP FOR GREEN SPACE IN NORTH ALABAMA. OUR MISSION IS TO PRESERVE A...
Little River Waterkeeper
Little River Waterkeeper® is local advocacy program and a member of the international Waterkeeper® Alliance and promotes clean water, air, food and healthy commun...
Madison-Morgan Conservancy, Inc.
To provide public education on conservation matters and to protect and enhance the heritage and quality of life of the residents of Morgan County and regional neighb...
Marigold Collective
Food Security and Sustainability through Farmer Focused Food Systems
MedShare International
MedShare helps increase health system capacity and drives sustainability by providing biomedical equipment training and service to healthcare organizations and m...
Oyster South
Our vision is to spotlight and expand the environmental and economic benefits of oyster farming in the South.
Peachtree Road Farmers Market, a parochial entity of The Cathedral of St. Philip
Through our thriving, open-air market, PRFM empowers small-scale farmers by connecting food producers with informed food consumers in an environment that is fun, eng...
Propel ATL
Propel ATL - Transforming Atlanta’s streets into safe, inclusive, and thriving spaces for people to ride, walk, and roll.
Roots Down Foundation Corp
The Roots Down Foundation is training the next generation of land stewards by providing financial support and educational resources for ecological landscapers and yo...
Second Helpings Atlanta, Inc.
Second helpings Atlanta is a nonprofit food rescue organization who works everyday to end hunger and food waste in metro Atlanta.
Shell to Shore
Shell to Shore seeks to positively impact Georgia's shoreline by diverting used oyster shells from landfills for use in conservation projects on our coast. Oysters a...
Southern Conservation Trust Inc.
Southern Conservation Trust dedicates itself to elevating nature through exceptional stewardship.
South River Watershed Alliance
SRWA The South River Watershed Alliance is committed to ecological restoration of Georgia's South River for the benefit of nature and people.
Tennessee Riverkeeper
THE MISSION OF TENNESSEE RIVERKEEPER IS TO PROTECT AND RESTORE CLEAN WATER, BIOLOGICAL LIFE, RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AND AESTHETIC VALUES OF AND TO THE TENNESSEE ...
The Carter Center
The Carter Center is guided by the principles of our Founders, Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter. Founded, in partnership with Emory University, on a fundamental commitment ...
The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International
The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund protects gorillas through their people-centered approach to conservation. When people thrive, gorillas survive.
Trees Atlanta
Protect and enhance Atlanta's urban forests