
Protect the Environment
Highly rated charities focused on nature conservation, preserving public lands, and protecting wildlife to promote a more sustainable future.
Charity Navigator’s Protect the Environment List features a carefully curated selection of highly rated US-based environmental charities dedicated to fighting climate change, preserving ecosystems, and promoting environmental conservation. These trusted nonprofits use proven strategies such as conservation, advocacy, legal action, and sustainable land management.
How can you help protect the environment?
Whether you’re passionate about reducing carbon emissions, restoring natural habitats, or supporting environmental research, this list helps you find the best organizations working toward a healthier planet. Your donations can support both immediate action and long-term environmental sustainability.
List of Charities Protecting the Enviornment
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Center for Biological Diversity
Tucson , AZ
The CBD defends endangered species and habitats through legal action and policy advocacy. -
Natural Resources Defense Council
New York , NY
NRDC uses science and legal action to defend public lands, fight pollution, and promote sustainable environmental policies. -
Western Environmental Law Center
Eugene , OR
WELC defends public lands and wildlife through legal advocacy, ensuring strong environmental protections. -
National Parks Conservation Association
Washington , DC
NPCA protects U.S. national parks through advocacy, policy work, and legal defense.
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