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The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy protects and restores exceptional places to provide our region with clean waters and healthy forests, wildlife and natural areas for the benefit of present and future generations. The Conservancy creates green spaces and gardens, contributing to the vitality of our cities and towns, and preserves Fallingwater, a symbol of people living in harmony with nature. Charity Navigator, an independent evaluator of charities, has recognized the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy as one of the top ten charities in the nation! Over the last decade, we have consistently received exceptional Charity Navigator ratings for financial health, accountability and transparency.

THE AUDUBON SOCIETY OF WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA'S MISSION IS TO CONNECT THE PEOPLE OF SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA TO BIRDS AND NATURE THROUGH OUR PROGRAM, PROJECTS, AND PLACES.

To inspire and educate all with the beauty and importance of plants; to advance sustainability and promote human and environmental well-being through action and research; and to celebrate its historic glasshouse.

The mission of the Pittsburgh Botanic Garden is to inspire people to grow through immersion in a world of natural outdoor wonder to nourish mind, body and spirit. The Garden is already setting an example of stewardship by transforming 460 acres of abandoned mining property. The Pittsburgh Botanic Garden (PBG) holds a renewable $1/year 99 year lease from Allegheny County on the land, 20 minutes west of downtown Pittsburgh, next door to Settler's Cabin Park. The PBG is moving forward on two fronts. The first and long-term front involves the middle and southern portion of the site which is under a complete reclamation program. Even as that work continues, we will begin to develop the display and educational gardens in this area, including the first and only Mr. Roger's Garden of Make Believe, the Orangery and an amphitheater. The PBG's second front is focused on the 60 acres on the northern part of the site which features forested ridges and some meadows. Restoration of the Woodlands was started in 2010 and, to date, more than 20 acres of invasive species were cleared, over 5,200 native trees, shrubs and perennials planted, three miles of trails built including one mile of ADA accessible trails, several children's play & discovery stations were constructed, and a polluted pond was restored to life. The Woodland Gardens are adjacent to a historic homestead, recently added by the County to the Botanic Garden lease. The Pioneer Farmstead provides the front door for the Garden while reclamation continues. The 1870s barn is under renovation to serve as the Bayer Welcome Center and the 1784 log cabin, namesake for the nearby Settlers Cabin County Park, will be used for programming. A Heritage Apple Orchard, Pioneer Three Sisters Garden and other amenities will also grace the area. The Woodlands of the World Garden and the Pioneer Farmstead will open to the general public in the summer of 2014. Tours of the site are available. Education and volunteer programs are underway - for all ages. It is a grass-roots project, built by many volunteers and supported by individuals from the tri-state area. The Garden demonstrates the interdependence of plants, animal and man and our reliance on the natural environment, while fostering an understanding of basic botany and ecology.

To restore the American Chestnut to the forests and woodlands of Pennsylvania and the mid-Atlantic states

Established in 1961, the Ruffed Grouse Society is North America’s foremost conservation organization dedicated to preserving our sporting traditions by creating healthy forest habitat for ruffed grouse, American woodcock and other wildlife. RGS works with landowners and government agencies to develop critical habitat utilizing scientific management practices.

The Friends of Wildwood is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization that depends on your support to continue programs, enhancements, and additions to Wildwood Park and the Benjamin Olewine III Nature Center in order to showcase this treasured natural retreat within the City of Harrisburg.

Allegheny Land Trust's mission is to conserve and care for local land for the health and well-being of future generations, and the organization envisions a resilient region with abundant green space that is easily accessible and recognized as essential to the quality of life for all.

Manada Conservancy is a land trust dedicated to preserving the natural, historic, agricultural, and scenic resources of Dauphin County through land conservation, environmental education, and community engagement.

The primary purpose of the organization is to develop and maintain a multi-use recreational trail system in the Bradford area.

PPFF's mission is to inspire stewardship of Pennsylvania's state parks and forests.

Hollywood Cemetery is owned and operated by Hollywood Cemetery Company, Inc. Several years ago, Hollywood’s Board of Directors approved the formation of Friends of Hollywood Cemetery, a separate 501(c)3 organization. The mission of the Friends of Hollywood Cemetery is to keep Hollywood Cemetery a relevant and vital part of the Richmond community through conservation, preservation and education. Friends was established in 2007 and took a year to organize and become operational. In 2008, Friends became “active”, focusing on raising funds from Hollywood’s lot owners and working to expand its donor base of individuals, foundations, and corporations.