named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Cross-Border Conservation Support
Provides funding and strategic support to the Nature Conservancy of Canada and other partners to protect ecologically significant lands shared between Canada and the U.S., particularly in transboundary ecoregions.
Land Protection and Management Programs
Supports initiatives that identify, preserve, and manage lands with high natural value, including conservation appraisals and protection of biological corridors and migratory routes.
Public Education on Biodiversity
Engages in educational efforts to inform the public about biological diversity, scientific research, and the importance of cross-border ecosystem connectivity.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Land Acquisition and Conservation Easements 3 activities
- Direct land donation and securement for conservation purposesDonates owned properties to advance conservation goals, including the transfer of 66 acres on Pelee Island (Ontario), a 252-acre property on the Scotian South Shore (Nova Scotia), and 634 acres at Point Escuminac (New Brunswick). These lands are located within ecologically significant areas such as migratory bird flyways and coastal ecosystems.
- Land protection and management through securement and stewardship toolsIdentifies biologically significant areas based on ecological value, threat level, and opportunity, then applies land securement methods—including easements and title verification—and implements stewardship practices to conserve flora, fauna, and natural features. Engages in passive restoration, such as stressor removal at Puzzle Lake, to enable natural ecosystem recovery.
- Supporting cross-border ecological corridors and connectivityAdvances landscape-scale conservation by supporting key cross-border initiatives such as the Jim Prentice Wildlife Corridor (linking parks in Alberta, Montana, and British Columbia) and protecting Ski Sutton (42,000 acres in Quebec), which enhances habitat connectivity in southern Canada.
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Environmental Conservation Grantmaking 3 activities
- Funding conservation projects in Canada through cross-border grantmakingFacilitates donations from U.S. donors to support priority conservation initiatives across Canada, with over $20 million invested since 2005. Focuses on regions of high biodiversity and intense human impact, particularly in southern Canada, and aligns with North American conservation goals.
- Funding conservation research and scientific initiativesProvides financial support for cutting-edge research that contributes to large-scale conservation outcomes, including migratory bird survival, ecological corridor development, and habitat restoration. Funds organizations engaged in conservation science and data-driven land protection strategies.
- Funding habitat conservation via matching grants under NAWCASupports habitat conservation in Canada through a 3:1 matching mechanism under the North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA), where each U.S. dollar donated enables four dollars in total conservation funding for wetlands and associated uplands.
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Organizational Sustainability Management 1 activity
- Donor and supporter relationship managementManages relationships with U.S. donors and supporters by processing donations, issuing tax receipts, managing recurring gifts, verifying donor information, and engaging through events, subscriptions, and program enrollment to sustain funding for Canadian conservation efforts.
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Ecological Habitat Restoration 1 activity
- Habitat restoration for migratory birds and wildlifeProtects and restores wetland and upland habitats across North America’s major flyways, including the creation of a 62-acre wetland on Pelee Island and restoration of over 2,700 acres in the Long Point Region on Lake Erie. These efforts support migratory bird species and provide flood mitigation benefits to local communities.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Capacity building for conservation partnersProvides general capacity funding—over $4 million—to the Nature Conservancy of Canada to strengthen organizational capabilities, including developing a volunteer program and implementing systems for tracking property securement and stewardship.
- Funding land acquisition and stewardship by the Nature Conservancy of CanadaAwards grants for land acquisition and long-term stewardship activities conducted by the Nature Conservancy of Canada across multiple provinces, including British Columbia, Quebec, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and the Prairie provinces. Projects include large-scale initiatives such as Darkwoods (136,000 acres) and protection of key ecological corridors and species habitats.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$708K
Contributions & grants$617K87%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$91K
expenses
Total expenses$1.89M
Program expenses26%
Admin / overhead74%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$499K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$470K
Cash$55K
Investments$0
Liabilities$10K
Net assets$459K
Liquid reserves0.3 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -77.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 6
- CAROL MALOOF — DIRECTOR
- KAREN RAY — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT GARDINER — PRESIDENT
- SCOTT ROBERT MCWILLIAMS — DIRECTOR
- STEPHEN LLOYD — VICE PRESIDENT
- TOM TAYLOR — DIRECTOR
relationships · 33
Who they work with
- Canadian conservation partners Partner — Collaborates with Canadian conservation organizations to protect native species and ecosystems through land securement and stewardship.
- Canadian partners Partner — Collaborates with Canadian partner organizations on conservation projects.
- Ducks Unlimited Partner — Collaborates with Ducks Unlimited on wetland restoration efforts, including the creation of a 62-acre wetland on Pelee Island.
- JustGiving Partner — Platform partner for processing donations through a branded giving link.
- Kenauk Institute Partner — Works with AFCN to advance conservation outcomes in Canada.
- McGill University Partner — Collaborates with the Kenauk Institute on forestry research to increase forest resilience to climate change.
- Nature Conservancy of Canada Partner — Collaborates on conservation initiatives, as inferred from website link to natureconservancy.ca.
- Nature Conservancy of Canada Partner — Collaborates with AFCN on ecological corridor initiatives in Quebec and Alberta, including land acquisition and conservation planning.
- Nature Conservancy of Canada Partner — Collaborates with AFCN to deliver conservation results in Canada.
- Nature Conservancy of Canada Partner — Collaborates with NCC on conservation projects across Canada, including habitat protection and restoration for migratory birds.
- Nature Conservancy of Canada Partner — Primary conservation partner; AFCN supports its vision, mission, and values through funding and collaboration.
- Nature Conservancy of Canada Partner — Primary recipient of funding and land donations for conservation projects across Canada.
- Nature Conservancy of Canada Partner — Supports the conservation work of the Nature Conservancy of Canada.
- Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) Partner — Supported by AFCN in invasive species control and hydrology research initiatives in Ontario and Quebec.
- Nature Conservancy of Canada – BC Partner — Provincial affiliate where board member Mike Gallagher previously served as chair.
- Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry Government — Partnered with NCC to obtain regulatory approval for aquatic herbicide use in phragmites control.
- Outward Bound Youth Challenge Programs Partner — Collaborated with the Kenauk Institute to provide youth nature education programs.
- Salazar Center for North American Conservation Partner — Employer of board member Catie Boehmer, which collaborates on transboundary conservation initiatives supported by AFCN.
- Staying Connected Initiative Partner — Transboundary conservation initiative in Northeastern North America where board member Deb Davidson serves in a senior advisory role.
- Temagami Environmental Research and Stewardship Partner — Partner organization engaged in environmental research and stewardship in Temagami.
- The Kenauk Institute Partner — Funded by AFCN to conduct conservation research in Quebec.
- The Kenauk Institute Partner — Partner organization supporting ecological research and education in Kenauk, Quebec.
- The Nature Conservancy of Canada Partner — Collaborates with AFCN to acquire and protect large conservation lands across Canada.
- The Nature Conservancy of Canada Partner — Main Canadian partner organization delivering NAWCA-funded conservation activities.
- The Nature Conservancy of Canada Partner — Main partner organization in land conservation efforts across Canada.
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Government — Administers the NAWCA grant program, which supports wetland conservation projects in Canada.
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Government — Receives funding from NAWCA, a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service program, to support migratory bird and habitat conservation projects.
- University of Illinois Partner — Collaborates with the Kenauk Institute on trout conservation in Papineau Lake.
- University of Vermont Partner — Works with the Kenauk Institute on protecting trout species in Papineau Lake.
- University of Waterloo Partner — Collaborates with NCC on monitoring the ecological benefits of phragmites control in Ontario wetlands.
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strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Cross-Border Philanthropy to Fund Designated Conservationmethodology: donor-advised giving for conservationBy channeling U.S. donations—especially donor-advised gifts—into specific Canadian conservation projects, we increase funding efficiency and donor engagement because contributors are more likely to give when they can support particular species, regions, or initiatives they care about.
- Landscape-Level Connectivity to Support Wildlife Resiliencemethodology: landscape_connectivityBy conserving large, connected landscapes and ecological corridors, we support wildlife movement and adaptation, because habitat fragmentation threatens biodiversity and climate change increases the need for species to migrate across broad regions.
- Partner-Based Implementation for On-the-Ground Impactmethodology: partner-based implementationBy partnering with Canadian conservation organizations, we amplify U.S. donor contributions into effective local action because in-country partners have the expertise, access, and capacity to implement land protection and stewardship directly.
- Research-Driven Land Protection and Prioritizationmethodology: research-driven conservationBy using scientific research and data on biological value, threat level, and conservation opportunity, we maximize ecological impact because targeted interventions in high-priority areas yield more effective and lasting conservation outcomes.
- Transboundary Conservation for Shared Ecological Benefitsmethodology: transboundary_conservationBy focusing conservation efforts on ecosystems and habitats that cross U.S.-Canada borders, we achieve greater ecological impact because migratory species and interconnected landscapes require binational collaboration to ensure resilience and long-term survival.