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Ways of Giving

The Resourceful Communities Program of The Conservation Fund greatly appreciates the generous gifts of our donors. Donations provide the resources to promote self-sufficient, equitable, and sustainable communities throughout North Carolina.

There are many ways you can make a tax-deductible gift to The Conservation Fund.

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Where would you like to direct your donation?

By Mail, Fax or Phone

  • Mail the gift form (requires Adobe Acrobat) with your contribution to Resourceful Communities Program, c/o The Conservation Fund, 1655 North Fort Myer Drive, Suite 1300, Arlington, VA 22209.
  • Fax the gift form to (703) 525-4610.
  • Call (703) 525-6300 with your credit card information between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm EST.

Appreciated Stock

Donations of appreciated stocks, bonds, and mutual funds have additional tax advantages. You can transfer stocks directly from your brokerage account to The Conservation Fund's. Please fill out and fax the Securities Transfer Request Form.

Planned Giving

Designating a planned gift in your will provides a legacy of protection for North carolina's heritage.

Payroll Deduction

As a proud member of Earth Share, The Conservation Fund participates in many workplace giving campaigns and is listed as #10630 in the Combined Federal Campaign.

Employer Matching

Many companies have a matching gift program to support employee interests and demonstrate their commitment to the community. Ask your human resources or personnel department for a matching gift form to enclose with your contribution.

Real Estate

The Fund’s experts in real estate markets, portfolio management and tax policies will help you convert real estate—land, homes and commercial buildings—into capital for conservation. For more information contact Reggie Hall, Loan Fund Program Manager at 703-908-5825.


We advise that you consult your attorney or tax consultant about how tax benefits may apply to your specific situation. Donations to Resourceful Communities and The Conservation Fund, a 501(c)(3) charity, are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Our tax identification number is: 52-1388917.
Project Spotlight
NC's First Community Forest
Resourceful Communities is working with partners to establish NC's first community forest on a 532-acre parcel in Hoke County.

Community forestry engages local partners in planning, management and stewardship. Adjacent to forestlands with the second largest US population of the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker, this community forest will restore habitat, provide economic opportunities and more.
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  • Highest Standards: Only 1% of our annual budget supports fundraising.
  • Limited Mailings: We send only one annual fund request per year and a quarterly newsletter.

  • Gifts Support Programs: 96% of each gift directly supports conservation programs.

Earth Share

Earth ShareEarth Share is a nationwide network of the country's most respected environmental and conservation organizations.

Through Earth Share, the Fund participates in the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC). If you are a federal government or military employee and would like to give to The Conservation Fund through the CFC, please enter CFC code #10630 on your pledge card during the annual fund drive.