Ohio Environmental Nonprofits
Conservation Action Project (CAP)
Promote ohio's agriculture by improving soil and water quality.
Lake Erie Islands Historical Society
Preserve, interpret and educate our community and our visitors on the rich history of the Lake Erie Islands.
Muskingum Watershed Conservancy Foundation Inc
Dedicated to supporting the mission of the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy district by providing financial resources that enhance facilities, programs, and conservation efforts on OR…
Ohio Agriculture Conservation Council
To bring together the diverse stakeholder groups to improve ohios water quality through measurement, education and certification of ohios farmers in the successful implementation…
Western Reserve Herb Society
Wrhs is a non-profit organization which is a unit of the Herb Society of america. Wrhs is dedicated to promoting the knowledge, use and…
Rothenberg Rooftop Garden
Our mission is to enhance students’ development of critical thinking, science, math and literacy skills through hands-on application of classroom curriculum and increased community…
Ohio Wetlands Association
Mission* Ohio Wetlands Association is dedicated to the protection, restoration and enjoyment of wetlands and associated ecosystems through science-based programs, education, and advocacy. Vision*…
Burning River Foundation
The Burning River Foundation Inc is a 1% for the Planet nature nonprofit partner associated with conservation / land trusts. Based in Cleveland, OH,…
Buckeye Trail Association
The Buckeye Trail Association is an organization reflective of the diversity of the trail. Working in close partnership with communities, organizations and agencies around…
Building Value
Building Value is a nonprofit social enterprise that salvages reusable materials for sale to the public. Our efforts help the environment, reduce the cost…
Chagrin River Watershed Partners Inc.
Chagrin River Watershed Partners (CRWP) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that connects people and communities in to care for the Chagrin River and other…
Cincinnati Parks Foundation
Cincinnati Parks Foundation is a 1% for the Planet nature nonprofit partner associated with terrestrial ecosystems. Based in Cincinnati, OH, United States of America,…
Cleveland 2030 District
Mission The Cleveland 2030 District is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that engages commercial property owners, professional partners and community stakeholders in a collaborative effort…
Corporation for Findlay Market
Findlay Market's primary focus is providing farm fresh, locally sourced, artisanal and speciality foods to the community of Cincinnati.
Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub
Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub is a 1% for the Planet nature nonprofit partner associated with food systems. Based in Cincinnati, OH, United States of…
Friends of the Lower Olentangy Watershed (FLOW)
Friends of the Lower Olentangy Watershed (FLOW) is a 501c3 grassroots non-profit dedicated to keeping the Olentangy River and its tributaries clean and safe
Garden of Joy Culinary Academy
A free culinary academy where teens grow as chefs, leaders, and changemakers—learning cooking, gardening, and nonviolence to build purpose and sustainability.
GoZERO Services
GoZERO Services is a 1% for the Planet nature nonprofit partner associated with food systems. Based in Huntsville, OH, United States of America, it…
Groundwork Ohio River Valley
Groundwork Ohio River Valley started in September 2019, dedicated to the restoration of the Ohio River Valley and its communities. We are dynamic and…
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati
A world where everyone has a decent place to live.
Industrious Labs
Industrious Labs exists to deliver unstoppable policies, people power and analysis to drastically reduce dangerous emissions, hold industry accountable to communities and workers, and…
Keep The Lakes Great
We organize local beach cleanups within the Great Lakes region while promoting its recreational use
Environmental nonprofits in Ohio: key facts
How many environmental nonprofits are in Ohio?
Ideal Location lists 164 environmental and conservation nonprofits in Ohio. The 125 that report revenue bring in a combined $226.8 million a year.
What is the largest environmental nonprofit in Ohio?
By reported annual revenue, the largest in the directory is Western Reserve Land Conservancy (Moreland Hills, OH), at $32.0 million. Next are West Creek Conservancy, Cardinal Land Conservancy, International Center For The Preservation Of Wild Animals Inc and Holden Arboretum.
What do Ohio's environmental nonprofits focus on?
The most common focus areas are Land Conservation (33), Education Advocacy (24), Water Rivers (23) and Wildlife Biodiversity (19).
Which bioregions do they work in?
Most work in Corn Belt (50), Appalachian Highlands (21) and Great Lakes (19).
What is the oldest environmental nonprofit in Ohio?
Cleveland Botanical Garden, 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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