Conserving Carolina

Conserving Carolina is a non-profit organization based in Hendersonville, North Carolina, focused on land conservation and environmental stewardship in the region. Registered in SAM.gov since 2009, the organization operates as a tax-exempt corporate entity dedicated to preserving natural landscapes, protecting wildlife habitats, and engaging community members in conservation efforts. Through federal grant awards, Conserving Carolina provides a range of environmental services and educational programs that support conservation, community development, and public land management.

The organization has received multiple federal grants from agencies including the Appalachian Regional Commission, Department of Agriculture Forest Service, National Park Service, and Department of Interior Fish and Wildlife Service. These grants have supported diverse projects such as establishing the Little Pisgah Labs Community Forest, acquiring land for the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, and placing AmeriCorps service members in critical conservation roles. Specifically, Conserving Carolina has leveraged grants to conduct land acquisitions, perform restoration work in river sub-basins, provide interpretive services in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and engage in environmental education programs. Through sub-awards from Volunteerism & Community Services NC COM, the organization has deployed AmeriCorps members to build organizational capacity, educate communities about conservation, and improve public lands and trails across 25-29 North Carolina counties. These efforts typically involve volunteer engagement, citizen science data collection, and direct environmental stewardship activities that address local and regional conservation needs.