New Jersey Environmental Nonprofits

112organizations
$111.2 millioncombined annual revenue (90 reporting)
1937oldest founding year on record

Ridge And Valley Conservancy Inc

Newton, NJ

Ridge and Valley Conservancy is an accredited land trust that, in cooperation with strategic partners, permanently protects and stewards land in northwestern new jersey…

The Ike Foundation A New Jersey Non-Profit Corporation

Pittsgrove, NJ

Our mission is to inspire kids to put down their screens, get outside, and discover healthy, hands-on activities that build confidence, patience, and respect…

Friends Of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum

Morristown, NJ

Friends of the Frelinghuysen Arboretum (a new jersey nonprofit corporation) was incorporated in 1973 as a non-profit organization to assist the morris county park…

Knight Park Trustees

Collingswood, NJ

The purpose of the organization is to maintain a Park that covers sixty- three (63) acres. The Park is used for sporting competitions, picnics,…

Sea Turtle Recovery Inc

West Orange, NJ

Sea Turtle Recovery is dedicated to the rehabilitation of Sea turtles and educating the public about the Sea turtles

Passaic River Coalition

Morristown, NJ

TO IMPROVE WATER QUALITY; PROTECT OUR WATER SUPPLIES; PROMOTE RIVER RESTORATION; REDUCE FLOOD DAMAGES; EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ABOUT OUR WATERS; PRESERVE ENVIRONMENTALLY IMPORTANT LANDS…

Schiff Natural Lands Trust Inc

Mendham, NJ

Preservation of Natural Lands

Princeton Reuse Inc

Lawrenceville, NJ

Reduce construction waste by diverting reusable materials headed for the landfill to members of the community that can repurpose and Reuse the materials.

Friends For The Abbott Marshlands Inc

Hamilton, NJ

The Friends for the Abbott Marshlands promote appreciation of the environmental richness and cultural history of the Abbott Marshlands through education, recreation, citizen science,…

Sri Lanka Wildlife Conservation Society

Nutley, NJ

Sri Lanka Wildlife Conservation Society Inc is a 1% for the Planet nature nonprofit partner associated with conservation / land trusts. Based in Long…

Pet Res Q Too Inc

Tenafly, NJ

The charitable purpose for which this organization was formed is to provide Pet rescue services; to stimulate interest and concern in the prevention of…

The Willowwood Foundation

Gladstone, NJ

The organization was established to nurture an appreciation for and knowledge of botany, horticulture and the natural world through its support of horticulture education,…

Friends Of The Nature Center In Rancocas State Park Inc

Westampton, NJ

The Friends will promote stewardship and provide environmental education for the Rancocas State Park and surrounding communities through the operation of the Rancocas Nature…

Teaneck Creek Conservancy

Teaneck, NJ

The Teaneck Creek Conservancy is a member-supported, nonprofit organization dedicated to the development of community activism, education in reclamation and protection of the environment,…

Skylands Association

Ringwood, NJ

Restoration and Maintenance of Historical gardens

Friends Of Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge Inc

Basking Ridge, NJ

Promoting the conservation of natural resources of the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge; fostering public understanding and appreciation of the Refuge; engaging in activities…

Garden Club Of New Jersey

E Brunswick, NJ

To coordinate the interests of nj Garden clubs, to aid in the protection and conservation of our natural resources, to study and teach horticulture…

Institute For The Development Of Earth Awareness

Morristown, NJ

PRIMARY EXEMPT PURPOSE - RESEARCH, ANALYSIS, DEVELOPING & PUBLISHING BOOKS, BRINGING INFORMATION TO THE PUBLIC ON HUMAN, ANIMAL & ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES; DONATING BOOKS TO…

Mordecai Land Trust Inc

Beach Haven, NJ

Preserve & protect Mordecai Island through education, studies and active participation.

Sustainable Jersey City Inc

Jersey City, NJ

Environmental Studies & Education for the residents of Jersey City NJ. The various studies included: Urban Sensitivity to Heat in Jersey City heat islands…

Our View

Pennsauken, NJ

To provide all-invlusive play

Maplewood Garden Club

Maplewood, NJ

Horticultural education of membership and public

Central Caribbean Marine Institute (CCMI)

Princeton, NJ

Central Caribbean Marine Institute (CCMI) is a 1% for the Planet nature nonprofit partner associated with freshwater ecosystems. Based in Princeton, NJ, United States…

Climate Central Inc.

Princeton, NJ

Climate Central is an independent, nonpartisan organization that equips decision-makers, communities, and businesses with trusted climate science and localized risk insights. As a 501(c)3…

Environmental nonprofits in New Jersey: key facts

How many environmental nonprofits are in New Jersey?

Ideal Location lists 112 environmental and conservation nonprofits in New Jersey. The 90 that report revenue bring in a combined $111.2 million a year.

What is the largest environmental nonprofit in New Jersey?

By reported annual revenue, the largest in the directory is Childrens Health Defense (Franklin Lakes, NJ), at $15.2 million. Next are New Jersey Audubon Society, American Littoral Society, The Land Conservancy Of New Jersey and D&R Greenway Land Trust.

What do New Jersey's environmental nonprofits focus on?

The most common focus areas are Land Conservation (19), Wildlife Biodiversity (18), Environment (18) and Water Rivers (14).

Which bioregions do they work in?

Most work in Mid Atlantic Coast (35).

What is the oldest environmental nonprofit in New Jersey?

New Jersey Audubon Society, founded in 1937, 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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