New York Environmental Nonprofits

583organizations
$2.2 billioncombined annual revenue (387 reporting)
1925oldest founding year on record

C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group Inc

New York, NY

C40 IS A GLOBAL NETWORK OF NEARLY 100 MAYORS OF THE WORLD'S LEADING CITIES THAT take action to address environmental and climate change issues.…

Allied Climate Partners Inc

New York, NY

Allied Climate Partners' (acp) mission is to invest catalytic capital to resolve Climate finance bottlenecks in emerging markets and developing economies by fostering, supporting,…

Cdp North America Inc

New York, NY

Cdp North America, INC. 's ("Cdp-na") vision for the future is a thriving economy that works for people and planet in the long term.…

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Brooklyn, NY

Brooklyn Botanic Garden is an urban botanic garden that connects people to the world of plants, fostering delight and curiosity while inspiring an appreciation…

Catskill Watershed Corporation

Arkville, NY

The organization's primary purpose is to administer Watershed protection and partnership programs necessary to maintain and enhance the water quality in the west of…

Wetland Trust

New Berlin, NY

The mission of the Wetland Trust is to restore, conserve and protect Wetland biota, functions and values. We will work with partners to restore…

Scenic Hudson

Poughkeepsie, NY

Scenic Hudson's mission is to sustain and enhance the Hudson Valley’s inspirational beauty and health for generations to come.

Wave Hill Incorporated

Bronx, NY

28 Acre public garden /cultural center dedicated to the artistry and legacy of its gardens/landscapes, to preserving its view, and explore the world of…

Adirondack Mountain Club

Saratoga Springs, NY

ADK is the only nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and advocating for New York State’s wild lands and waters while also teaching people how…

Atmos Ltd

New York, NY

Atmos, ltd. Was chartered in 2020 to promote the exploration of climate and culture through production of a biannual magazine and digital platform curated…

B Team Headquarters Inc

New York, NY

The b Team is a group of business and civil society leaders committed to a better way of doing business - one that prioritizes…

Agricultural Stewardship Association

Greenwich, NY

Asa is dedicated to promoting farming for the future through land protection, Stewardship, Agricultural viability, and outreach activities. The organization's mission is to protect…

Adirondack Land Trust

Keene, NY

Our mission is to forever conserve the forests, farmlands, waters and wild places that advance the quality of life of our communities and the…

Adirondack Council

Elizabethtown, NY

Preserving the water, air, and wildlands of the Adirondack Park.

Center For Urban Pedagogy Inc

Brooklyn, NY

The organization uses the power of design and art to increase meaningful civic engagement, in partnership with marginalized communities.

Catskill Center for Conservation and Development

Arkville, NY

Our mission is to protect and foster the environmental, cultural and economic well-being of the Catskill region.

Buffalo And Erie County Botanical Gardens Society Inc

Buffalo, NY

The mission of the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens Society, INC. Is to deepen the connection between people and plants through beautiful Gardens…

Black Rock Forest Consortium Inc

Cornwall, NY

Black Rock Forest Consortium's mission is to advance scientific understanding of the natural world through programs in research, education, and conservation.

Bronx River Alliance Inc

Bronx, NY

The Bronx River Alliance serves as a coordinated voice for the River and works in harmonious partnership to protect, improve and restore the Bronx…

Catskill Mountainkeeper Inc.

Livingston Manor, NY

Catskill Mountainkeeper’s mission is to protect our region's wild lands and natural resources, support smart development to sustainably grow our economy, nurture healthy communities,…

Force Blue

Montauk, NY

FORCE BLUE seeks to unite the community of Special Operations veterans with the world of marine science and conservation for the betterment of both.…

The Center For Community Transportation Inc

Ithaca, NY

To enhance Community access to Transportation while reducing negative environmental and economic impacts of car use. The organization is invested in staying in touch…

Alley Pond Environmental Center Inc

Douglaston, NY

To educate children and adults in the new york metropolitan area, protecting and preserving Alley Pond park, open spaces and waterbodies and advocating for…

Chautauqua Lake And Watershed Management Alliance Inc

Jamestown, NY

The Alliance was formed for the purpose of working in collaboration with Lake and Watershed-related organizations, municipalities, and other stakeholders in Chautauqua county, NY,…

Environmental nonprofits in New York: key facts

How many environmental nonprofits are in New York?

Ideal Location lists 583 environmental and conservation nonprofits in New York. The 387 that report revenue bring in a combined $2.2 billion a year.

What is the largest environmental nonprofit in New York?

By reported annual revenue, the largest in the directory is Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) (Bronx, NY), at $389.2 million. Next are National Audubon Society Inc, Central Park Conservancy Inc., New York Botanical Garden and Rainforest Alliance.

What do New York's environmental nonprofits focus on?

The most common focus areas are Land Conservation (118), Education Advocacy (99), Climate Energy (95) and Wildlife Biodiversity (80).

Which bioregions do they work in?

Most work in Hudson Valley (180), Mid Atlantic Coast (148), Long Island (20), Great Lakes (20), Northern Forest (12) and Adirondacks (12).

What is the oldest environmental nonprofit in New York?

New York Botanical Garden, founded in 1925, 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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