Southern Piedmont Environmental Nonprofits
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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,…
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…
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…
Habitat for Humanity International
Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.
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.…
Howell Conservation Fund
We achieve breakthrough conservation solutions through project & program management, grants, and education programs.
Alabama Center for Sustainable Energy
Accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy.
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…
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.
Concrete Jungle
Concrete Jungle’s impact is twofold; we strive to improve community health as well as minimize the environmental consequences of wasted food.
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…
EarthShare Georgia
EarthShare Georgia connects people to trusted non-profir organizations dedicated to conserving and protecting our air, land and water.
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.
Friends of Refugees
Faith-based community development nonprofit empowering refugees in Metro Atlanta to flourish in 4 critical ares in their new home.
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 generation…
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.
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 communities,…
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…
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 medical professionals serving populations…
Oyster South
Our vision is to spotlight and expand the environmental and economic benefits of oyster farming in the South.
Environmental nonprofits in the Southern Piedmont bioregion: key facts
How many environmental nonprofits work in the Southern Piedmont bioregion?
Ideal Location lists 56 environmental and conservation nonprofits in the Southern Piedmont bioregion. The 23 that report revenue bring in a combined $64.6 million a year.
What is the largest environmental nonprofit in the Southern Piedmont bioregion?
By reported annual revenue, the largest in the directory is Georgia-alabama Land Trust, Inc (Piedmont, AL), at $11.2 million. Next are Trees Atlanta, Greening Youth Foundation, Georgia Aquarium and Land Trust of North Alabama.
What do these environmental nonprofits focus on?
The most common focus areas are Climate Energy (15), Land Conservation (14), Sustainable Food Agriculture (13) and Wildlife Biodiversity (12).
Which states have the most organizations in the Southern Piedmont bioregion?
By number of organizations: Georgia (45) and Alabama (11).
What is the oldest environmental nonprofit in the Southern Piedmont bioregion?
Georgia Conservancy, founded in 1967, is the oldest with a founding year on record.
Counts and revenue come from the organizations listed in the Ideal Location directory and their most recent reported filings.
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