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If you are interested in joining our team, please <a href="/en-us/about-us/careers/">visit our careers web pages</a> for more information about The Nature Conservancy’s career opportunities and details on how to apply for specific jobs.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link11" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion-1-1" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion-1-1"> Do you have any internships available? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion-1-1"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>The Nature Conservancy posts career and internship information under the <a href="/en-us/about-us/careers/">Careers section</a> of our website.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link12" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion-1-2" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion-1-2"> How do I volunteer with The Nature Conservancy? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion-1-2"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>For information on volunteer opportunities in the United States, please visit our <a href="/en-us/get-involved/how-to-help/volunteer/">Volunteer page</a>. Volunteer projects are not always offered in all areas. If the area in which you would like to volunteer is not listed, <a href="/en-us/about-us/contact-us/">contact the office</a> directly to see what opportunities might be available.</p> <p>Volunteer opportunities may or may not be available with our projects in countries abroad; if you are interested in volunteering outside the United States, please <a href="/en-us/about-us/contact-us/">contact our office</a> in that region for more information.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link13" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion-1-3" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion-1-3"> Can you tell me the status of a Conservancy job I applied for? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion-1-3"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Due to the volume of applications we receive, statuses may not be readily available. However, we’re committed to providing you with a positive experience and we’ll make every effort to keep you informed.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> General: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link20" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion-2-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion-2-0"> What does The Nature Conservancy do? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion-2-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been working in partnership with individuals, local communities, government agencies and private businesses to protect the natural landscapes that harbor the diversity of plant and animal life on Earth.</p> <p>Our methods of protecting land include outright purchase, placement of easements, and partnerships with local agencies and other groups.</p> <p>Learn more about <a href="/en-us/what-we-do/our-priorities/">our priorities</a> and <a href="/en-us/about-us/who-we-are/how-we-work/">how we work</a>.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link21" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion-2-1" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion-2-1"> What is The Nature Conservancy’s mission and how does it work? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion-2-1"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p><a href="/en-us/about-us/who-we-are/">The mission of The Nature Conservancy</a> is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends.</p> <p>How do we achieve this mission?</p> <p>The Nature Conservancy is working to boldly address the biodiversity and climate crises this decade. We must make a lasting difference by 2030 so people and the planet can have a brighter future. TNC has a long history of protecting lands, rivers, lakes and oceans through projects on the ground. We also collaborate with partner organizations in the field and with governments and other influencers to inform policy decisions and direct public funding to further our mission. <a href="/en-us/about-us/where-we-work/">The list of countries in which we work</a> reflects the diverse ways in which we impact conservation around the world.</p> <p>That’s how The Nature Conservancy has done more than anyone else to advance conservation around the world since our founding in 1951.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link22" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion-2-2" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion-2-2"> Where can I find financial information for The Nature Conservancy? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion-2-2"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>The Nature Conservancy’s financial information <a href="/en-us/about-us/who-we-are/accountability/annual-report/">can be found here</a>. This includes past and present annual reports, our charitable solicitation disclosure and other documentation.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link23" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion-2-3" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion-2-3"> How is The Nature Conservancy funded? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion-2-3"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>For more information on how The Nature Conservancy is funded and uses its resources, please view our most recent <a href="/en-us/about-us/who-we-are/accountability/annual-report/">annual report</a>.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link24" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion-2-4" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion-2-4"> How do I get a Nature Conservancy calendar? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion-2-4"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>The Nature Conservancy creates a calendar every year and sends them to many of our members and prospective members. They are also available on request from our Member Care Center; just give us a call at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">1-800-628-6860</a> or <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">send us an email</a>.</p> <p>Donations are not required, but please keep in mind that we are a non-profit group and calendar quantities are limited.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> Photo & Video: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link30" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion-3-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion-3-0"> Can I use a photograph from The Nature Conservancy’s website or magazine? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion-3-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>For the most part, The Nature Conservancy does not own the rights to the photography we use in our publications. We have permission to use the photos for specific situations, often for one-time use in our magazine. If you would like permission to use a photo you’ve seen on our website or in one of our publications, please contact the photographer directly.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link31" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion-3-1" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion-3-1"> Would The Nature Conservancy like to use or purchase my photography? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion-3-1"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Due to limited resources and an overwhelming level of interest, we are no longer issuing photographer’s guidelines and are unable to accept unsolicited photography submissions. This includes <i>Nature Conservancy</i> magazine as well as other Conservancy publications.</p> <p>The only unsolicited materials we can accept are emails featuring a link to your personal website or online portfolio. Please send such emails to <a href="mailto:photo@tnc.org">photo@tnc.org</a>, and include a list of any Nature Conservancy areas that you have already photographed. We will review these links on a periodic basis and will contact you if your work matches our project needs. Please do not send unsolicited emails with attachments.</p> <p>Feel free to contact The Nature Conservancy’s <a href="/en-us/about-us/contact-us/">local, state and country offices</a> in areas where you have photographed and/or may be planning to visit. These individual offices may have photo acquisition needs, contests, products, etc., which may be of interest to you.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> Where We Work: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link40" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion-4-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion-4-0"> Where does The Nature Conservancy work? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion-4-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>The Nature Conservancy is working to make a lasting difference around the world in 81 countries and territories on six continents. <a href="/en-us/about-us/where-we-work/">Find our list of countries and regions here.</a></p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link41" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion-4-1" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion-4-1"> Where can I find out more about the Conservancy’s activities in my state? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion-4-1"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>The Conservancy carries out its ambitious conservation mission by working with partners in countries and regions throughout the world. In the U.S., the Conservancy has offices in all 50 states.</p> <p>Please <a href="/en-us/about-us/where-we-work/united-states/">visit our state pages</a> for more information about projects and activities in your state as well as local contact information. You can also <a href="/en-us/about-us/contact-us/">contact your local office</a> for more information.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link42" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion-4-2" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion-4-2"> Whom can I ask about conservation easements? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion-4-2"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Conservation easements are a valuable tool to help preserve land while retaining use.</p> <p>If you own property and would like to speak with someone about possible options with The Nature Conservancy, please <a href="/en-us/about-us/contact-us/">contact your local chapter office</a>.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> </div> </div> </section> </div> <div class="accordion"> <section class="c-accordions bs_container standard-width-separated border-primary" aria-label="accordion-component" id="ending_accordion_679820402"> <div class="bs_row"> <div class="bs_col-12 bs_col-md-8 bs_offset-md-2 c-accordions__container"> <h2 class="c-accordions__heading"> Donate </h2> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> General: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link00" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-0-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-0-0"> What is The Nature Conservancy’s Tax ID Number? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-0-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>The Nature Conservancy’s Tax ID Number (Employer Identification Number) is 53-0242652.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link01" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-0-1" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-0-1"> Can I receive a replacement acknowledgement for a donation I made? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-0-1"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>We will be happy to send a replacement acknowledgement for your donation. Please contact the Member Care Center by phone at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">1-800-628-6860</a>, or email <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">member@tnc.org</a>.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link02" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-0-2" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-0-2"> Can I direct my donation to a particular area or project? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-0-2"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>You are always welcome to designate your donation to the area or project of your choice. Simply send us a note with your donation by mail, letting us know where you would like your donation to be used. We will make sure it is allocated to the right project and send you an acknowledgement to that effect.</p> <p>If you are donating by phone, just tell the Member Care Professional who takes your donation that you would like to earmark it for a particular project.</p> <p>You can also <a href="https://preserve.nature.org/page/80910/donate/1">donate online</a>. Please note that donations using this form do not renew memberships, and that allocation is limited to states or countries rather than individual projects.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link03" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-0-3" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-0-3"> Are donations to The Nature Conservancy tax-deductible? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-0-3"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>The Nature Conservancy is a 501(c)3 organization, and donations are tax-deductible. The amount of the gift that is eligible for deduction can depend on several factors, including the size and nature of the donation.</p> <p>The Nature Conservancy does not provide legal, tax or accounting advice. You are encouraged to consult your own professional advisors on tax matters.</p> <p>The Nature Conservancy’s tax ID number (EIN) is 53-0242652.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link04" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-0-4" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-0-4"> How do I donate to The Nature Conservancy? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-0-4"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>There are many ways you can give to The Nature Conservancy.</p> <p><b>To donate by mail</b>, please send your check or money order, payable to The Nature Conservancy, to:</p> <p>The Nature Conservancy<br /> Attn: Treasury<br /> 4245 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 100<br /> Arlington, VA 22203-1606</p> <p><i>(Include a note if you would like the donation to be used for a particular project or chapter.)</i></p> <p><b>To donate by phone</b> using your credit card, please call our Member Care Center toll-free at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">(800) 628-6860</a>.</p> <p><b>You can donate online</b> using our <a href="https://preserve.nature.org/page/80429/donate/1">secure online donation form</a>.</p> <p><b>To contact our Estate Planning team</b> for information on stock gifts, annuities, wills, and other ways of giving, please write to <a href="mailto:legacy@tnc.org">legacy@tnc.org</a> or call <a href="tel:877-812-3698">(877) 812-3698</a>.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link05" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-0-5" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-0-5"> How do I donate goods or services to the Conservancy? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-0-5"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>The Conservancy accepts a variety of non-cash gifts, including goods and services, from its generous supporters. There are three types of contributed goods, including:</p> <ol> <li><b>Tangible personal property gifts.</b> These are gifts that The Nature Conservancy intends to sell (e.g., a piece of jewelry from an estate).</li> <li><b>In-kind goods.</b> These are goods that the Conservancy intends to use. An example would be a donated truck that could be used at a preserve site or lumber that is used to build a shelter.</li> <li><b>In-kind services.</b> These are professional services that are donated to the Conservancy, such as pro bono legal services.</li> </ol> <p>If you would like to contribute goods or services to the Conservancy, please <a href="/en-us/about-us/contact-us/">contact your local office</a> for more information.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link06" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-0-6" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-0-6"> Why does my return envelope have a Merrifield, VA, return address? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-0-6"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>The Conservancy uses a centralized bank (called a “lockbox”) to coordinate the processing of gifts and donations we receive from our members nationwide. This strategy saves costs and increases efficiency, maximizing the amount of the donor’s gift that goes toward our vital work; it would be impossible to process all of the mail through our physical headquarters in Arlington, Virginia.</p> <p>While the gifts are entered in one place, the lockbox does not affect where a donor’s gift is designated. We always honor a donor’s wishes concerning the specific programs or projects he or she would like to support and the lockbox helps facilitate our efforts to carry out our donors’ intent.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> Tribute Giving: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link10" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-1-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-1-0"> How can I give a gift membership? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-1-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>You can <a href="https://preserve.nature.org/page/81515/donate/1">give a gift membership online</a>, by phone, or by mail.</p> <p>To donate by phone, please contact our Member Care Team toll-free at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">1-800-628-6860</a>.</p> <p>To donate by mail, please write to us at:</p> <p>The Nature Conservancy<br /> ATTN: Treasury<br /> 4245 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 100<br /> Arlington, VA 22303-1606</p> <p>Your friend or loved one will receive our magazine, <i>Nature Conservancy,</i> as well as updates on projects in their area. You will also receive the magazine as a thank-you gift from us.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link11" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-1-1" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-1-1"> How do I give a gift to someone else? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-1-1"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>We have several options for gifts that you can give for someone else.</p> <ol> <li><a href="https://preserve.nature.org/page/81515/donate/1"><b>Give a Gift Membership</b></a><b>:</b> Your friend or loved one will receive a full year’s membership in The Nature Conservancy, including our award-winning magazine and updates on projects in their area.</li> <li><a href="/en-us/membership-and-giving/donate-to-our-mission/other-ways-to-give/honor-and-tribute-giving/"><b>Give an honorary or memorial gift</b></a><b>:</b> You can make a one-time tribute donation in honor of someone special, and we will send an announcement that you have made the gift on their behalf.</li> </ol> <p>You can also make an honorary or memorial donation by phone, <a href="tel:800-628-6860">1-800-628-6860</a>, or by mail:</p> <p>The Nature Conservancy<br /> Attn: Treasury<br /> 4245 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 100<br /> Arlington, VA 22203-1606</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link12" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-1-2" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-1-2"> How do I make a gift in memory of someone who has died? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-1-2"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>To make a gift in memory of someone, you can <a href="https://preserve.nature.org/page/81523/donate/1">give online</a>.</p> <p>You can also contact our Member Care Team toll-free at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">(800) 628-6860</a>, <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">email us</a>, or write to us at:</p> <p>The Nature Conservancy<br /> ATTN: Treasury<br /> 4245 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 100<br /> Arlington, VA 22303-1606</p> <p>Please be sure to include the name and address of the person you wish to notify that this gift has been made.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link13" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-1-3" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-1-3"> How can I make an honorary donation to The Nature Conservancy? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-1-3"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Honorary gifts for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, and other special events <a href="https://preserve.nature.org/page/81369/donate/1">can be made online</a>.</p> <p>You can also donate by phone or by mail. We will send your friend or loved one an announcement that you have made the donation.</p> <p>We will need the following information when you make your gift:</p> <ul> <li>Your name and information</li> <li>The name and address of your friend or loved one</li> </ul> <p>If you would like to donate by phone, please call <a href="tel:800-628-6860">1-800-628-6860</a>.</p> <p>If you would like to donate by mail, please send a check (payable to The Nature Conservancy), along with a note containing the relevant information, to:</p> <p>The Nature Conservancy<br /> Attn: Treasury<br /> 4245 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 100<br /> Arlington, VA 22203-1606</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> Workplace Giving: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link20" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-2-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-2-0"> How can I learn more about giving through my workplace and employer matches for donations? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-2-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Your employer’s match—or your gift through your workplace—helps save all that nature gives us. Find out more on our <a href="/en-us/membership-and-giving/donate-to-our-mission/other-ways-to-give/give-at-work/">Workplace Giving page</a>.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link21" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-2-1" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-2-1"> If I donate through my workplace, will I receive the magazine? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-2-1"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Donations through your workplace do qualify for membership and the magazine, but we often receive lists of donors from employers after we receive the donations. Payroll deduction checks are usually sent to us in lump sums, and we receive the lists of donors later.</p> <p>To ensure your membership is properly credited right away, we suggest that you:</p> <ol> <li>Fill out your company’s payroll deduction pledge form;</li> <li>Email a copy to <a href="mailto:workplacegiving@tnc.org">workplacegiving@tnc.org</a>, or:</li> <li>Mail us a copy at 4245 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 100, Arlington, VA 22203-1606.</li> </ol> <p>We can update your membership each year as soon as you’ve made the pledge.</p> <p>If you have further questions, please <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">email us</a>.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> Giving Online: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link30" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-3-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-3-0"> My billing address is correct, so why can’t my transaction be processed? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-3-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Because the Address Verification System is an automated system that relies on the exact match-up of address data, records that are entered in different formats can sometimes interfere with credit card processing. For example, some companies do not follow a standard procedure for entering P.O. Box numbers, so online donors with P.O. addresses are more likely to experience problems. If you reverse the format of the address line (e.g., enter in the address 1234 P.O. Box rather than P.O. Box 1234), you may be able to resolve the problem. Donors with international addresses may also run into authentication issues.</p> <p>If you run into difficulties with the online form, the Conservancy’s Member Care Team can always process your credit card donation over the phone or by mail. Please call us toll-free at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">(800) 628-6860</a> for assistance and more information.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> Thank You Gifts: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link40" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-4-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-4-0"> Where is my gift item? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-4-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Gift items are usually shipped at the non-profit rate (third-class). They can take up to six to eight weeks to arrive. If it has been more than eight weeks since your donation was processed, and you still have not received your gift item, please contact the Member Care Center toll-free at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">1-800-628-6860</a> or at <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">member@tnc.org</a>.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link41" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-4-1" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-4-1"> What can I do if my gift item was damaged, lost or stolen? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-4-1"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>If your gift was damaged, lost, or stolen before it reached you, just let us know and we will be happy to send a replacement. Contact the Member Care Center by phone at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">1-800-628-6860</a> or <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">email us</a>.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link42" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-4-2" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-4-2"> What can I do if I received the wrong gift item? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-4-2"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>If you received the wrong gift item as a thank-you for your donation, just let us know and we will be happy to send the correct item. Contact the Member Care Center by phone at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">1-800-628-6860</a> or <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">email us</a>.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> Real Estate: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link50" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-5-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-5-0"> Can I sell or donate my property to The Nature Conservancy? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-5-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Yes, the Conservancy is pleased to accept two types of land: natural areas that become preserves, and trade lands (lands not meeting our conservation criteria that are given to us with permission from the donors to sell them to acquire other conservation properties). Both types of land gifts are critically important to the Conservancy’s mission.</p> <p>For information about selling or donating a natural area, please <a href="/en-us/about-us/contact-us/">contact our local office</a> in the state where the property is located. For information about donating trade lands, please call the Worldwide Office toll-free at <a href="tel:877-812-3698">(877) 812-3698</a>.</p> <p>In addition to outright donation and protection, there are many options for landowners who want to work with The Nature Conservancy. We recommend you speak with the <a href="/en-us/about-us/contact-us/">Conservancy office in your state</a>.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> Recurring Gifts: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link60" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-6-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-6-0"> Can I make regular, automatic donations to The Nature Conservancy? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-6-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Yes, you can! By <a href="https://preserve.nature.org/page/83258/donate/1">joining our <i>Conservation Champions</i> program</a>, you can arrange to have a donation taken each month automatically from your checking account or credit card. The <i>Conservation Champions</i> program accepts Visa, MasterCard, and American Express. Your financial information will always be kept confidential.</p> <p>You can <a href="https://preserve.nature.org/page/83258/donate/1">make a monthly gift online</a> or call us at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">1-800-628-6860</a> to set up the automatic donations over the phone.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link61" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-6-1" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-6-1"> How do I change the information for my automatic donations? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-6-1"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>To make a change to your <i>Conservation Champions</i> automatic donations, please call the Member Care Center at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">1-800-628-6860</a> or send us the new information by to:</p> <p>Worldwide Office<br /> The Nature Conservancy<br /> 4245 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 100<br /> Arlington, VA 22203-1606</p> <p>We will need:</p> <ul> <li>Your name and address</li> <li>The old information for the automatic debits</li> <li>The new information</li> </ul> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link62" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-6-2" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-6-2"> How do I cancel my automatic donations? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-6-2"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>If you would like to cancel your automatic donations with our <i>Conservation Champions</i> program, please give us a call in the Member Care Center at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">1-800-628-6860</a>. We will cancel the donations immediately.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link63" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-6-3" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-6-3"> Can I make automatic donations using my electronic bill-pay service? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-6-3"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Yes, you can. By joining our <i>Conservation Champions</i> program, you can have your regular, automated donations applied to our special membership program and receive fewer mailings each year. You will receive a pledge statement at the beginning of each month to help you keep track of how your gifts are helping conservation around the world.</p> <p>Ask your bill-pay service to send your donations to The Nature Conservancy, Attn: Treasury; 4245 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 100; Arlington, VA 22203-1606, and include your membership number. <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">Let us know when you start making donations</a> this way and we will be sure to apply the Monthly Giving indicator on your membership record.</p> <p>In addition to checking accounts, the <a href="https://preserve.nature.org/page/83258/donate/1"><i>Conservation Champions</i> program accepts Visa, MasterCard, and American Express</a>, and your financial information will always be kept confidential.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> Renewals: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link70" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_679820402-7-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_679820402-7-0"> Why am I still getting renewal notices after I already donated? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_679820402-7-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Many of our mailings are prepared weeks in advance, and some members receive a renewal notice after they have already sent their donation. If you made your donation within the last six weeks and received an acknowledgement along with an updated membership card, your membership has been renewed.</p> <p>If you made your donation more than six weeks ago and have not received an updated membership card, please contact our Member Care Center by phone at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">1-800-628-6860</a> or by <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">email</a>. Our Member Care Professionals will be happy to research the problem and get back to you promptly.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> </div> </div> </section> </div> <div class="accordion"> <section class="c-accordions bs_container standard-width-separated border-primary" aria-label="accordion-component" id="ending_accordion_1606257250"> <div class="bs_row"> <div class="bs_col-12 bs_col-md-8 bs_offset-md-2 c-accordions__container"> <h2 class="c-accordions__heading"> Membership </h2> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> Account: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link00" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-0-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-0-0"> How do I change my mailing address? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-0-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>You can change your address by <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">contacting Member Care</a>.</p> <p>Because many of our mailings are prepared in advance, we ask that you allow a few weeks before the change takes full effect.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link01" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-0-1" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-0-1"> Can you remove me from your mailing list? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-0-1"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>If you are not a member of The Nature Conservancy, and you are receiving invitations to join, it’s likely that another organization has shared your name and address with us. If you would like to be removed from our mailing list, please call our Member Care Center at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">1-800-628-6860</a> or <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">email us</a>.</p> <p>We will need the following information in order to make sure you are removed from the list:</p> <ul> <li>Your name and address <i>exactly</i> as they appear on the mailing</li> <li>The mailing code, which begins with the letters AHOMQ. (In some cases, that code can help us pinpoint where we received the name.)</li> </ul> <p>Please note that because many of our mailings are prepared in advance, it might take some time before the change takes full effect. We appreciate your patience and will do everything we can to expedite the process.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link02" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-0-2" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-0-2"> Can you remove me from your mailing list? I am a member. </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-0-2"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>If you are a member and would like to cancel your membership with The Nature Conservancy, please call our Member Care Center at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">1-800-628-6860</a>, or <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">email us</a>. Please let us know why you would like to cancel, as it can help us improve the membership experience for our donors.</p> <p>If you would simply like to receive less mail, we will be happy to tailor your membership to your wishes. Your Member Care representative can discuss the options with you.</p> <p>We can also stop the magazine from being sent if you would prefer not to receive it.</p> <p>Just let us know what suits you best, and we will take care of it right away.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link03" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-0-3" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-0-3"> How can I receive less mail? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-0-3"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>If you are a member and you would like to receive less mail, we will be happy to tailor your membership to your wishes. Just let us know which works best for you, and we will take care of it right away. You can call our Member Care Center at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">1-800-628-6860</a>, or <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">email us</a>.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link04" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-0-4" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-0-4"> Can you remove someone else’s name from your mailing list? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-0-4"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>If you would like someone else’s name removed from our mailing list, please contact our Member Care Center by phone at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">1-800-628-6860</a>, or <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">email us</a>. We will need the following information:</p> <ul> <li>The name and address as they appear on the mailing;</li> <li>Membership number (if applicable);</li> <li>Mailing code (if applicable) that begins with AHOMQ.</li> </ul> <p>We will remove the name as quickly as possible, but because many of our mailings are prepared weeks in advance, it could be several weeks before the change takes full effect.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link05" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-0-5" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-0-5"> How can I stop receiving duplicate mailings? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-0-5"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>We try to avoid creating duplicate memberships whenever possible, but it happens every now and then. Duplicate memberships can be created for many reasons, including:</p> <ul> <li>Donation with change of name</li> <li>Donation with change of address</li> <li>Spouses making donations separately</li> </ul> <p>If you are receiving two copies of our mailings (particularly the magazine), please let us know as soon as possible either by phone (<a href="tel:800-628-6860">800-628-6860</a>) or via <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">email</a>. We can merge your duplicate memberships permanently in our system, resulting in just one record that contains your entire history with The Nature Conservancy.</p> <p>To merge your memberships, we will need the following information:</p> <ul> <li>Name(s)</li> <li>Address(es)</li> <li>Membership numbers (if possible)</li> <li>Preferred information (how you would like the membership to be addressed)</li> </ul> <p>Because many mailings are prepared several weeks in advance, it may take a few weeks before the update of your membership is fully implemented. In the meantime, consider passing the extra information along to others who might be interested.</p> <p>If you have recently joined The Nature Conservancy but are still receiving invitations, please allow a few weeks for the original list to be updated and your name removed from further invitations.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> General: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link10" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-1-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-1-0"> How do I join The Nature Conservancy? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-1-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>You can join The Nature Conservancy by making a donation by mail, by phone, or <a href="/en-us/membership-and-giving/donate-to-our-mission/">online</a>.</p> <p><b>To join by phone:</b> Please call our Member Care Center toll-free at 1-<a href="tel:800-628-6860">800-628-6860</a> to donate by credit card.</p> <p><b>To join by mail:</b> Send a check or money order, payable to The Nature Conservancy, to our main address. Include a note letting us know you would like to become a member of The Nature Conservancy.</p> <p>Our address is:</p> <p>The Nature Conservancy<br /> Attn: Treasury<br /> 4245 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 100<br /> Arlington, VA 22203-1606</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link11" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-1-1" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-1-1"> What are the benefits of joining The Nature Conservancy? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-1-1"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>When you join The Nature Conservancy, <a href="/en-us/membership-and-giving/donate-to-our-mission/become-a-member/">your membership will include</a>:</p> <ul> <li>Our award-winning <a href="/en-us/magazine/">magazine</a>;</li> <li>A personalized membership card;</li> <li>Information on Conservancy projects in your area;</li> <li>An annual Nature Conservancy calendar.</li> </ul> <p>We also often offer gift items bearing the Conservancy logo as a thank-you for joining.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link12" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-1-2" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-1-2"> How can I receive a replacement Membership Card? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-1-2"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Members who have lost their membership card can receive another card by simply submitting a request to <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">member@tnc.org</a>, or by calling our toll-free number, <a href="tel:800-628-6860">(800) 628-6860</a>.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link13" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-1-3" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-1-3"> What if I am already a member, but am receiving invitations to join the Conservancy? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-1-3"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Although we make every effort to avoid duplications, this cross-checking of potential membership lists is not always fool-proof. Any variation in name or address could prevent us from identifying the duplicate record.</p> <p>If you are a member and receive another invitation to join The Nature Conservancy, please indicate this on the membership application that has your name and address on it and return it in the envelope provided.</p> <p>If you have recently joined the Conservancy, the invitations to join are from the same list to which you first responded; please allow a few weeks for the list to be updated and your name removed from further invitations to join.</p> <p>You can also call the Member Care Center toll-free at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">1-800-628-6860</a>, or <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">email us</a>. Please allow 6-8 weeks for the corrections to be implemented.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link14" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-1-4" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-1-4"> When will my membership card arrive? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-1-4"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>After your donation is received and processed in our system, it can take up to three weeks for your membership card to reach you by mail.</p> <p>If you made your donation more than three weeks ago and have not yet received your membership card, please contact the Member Care Center by phone at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">1-800-628-6860</a>.</p> <p>If you are expecting a gift item, please look for it under separate cover from the acknowledgement letter, and allow up to eight weeks for it to arrive.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link15" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-1-5" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-1-5"> Can I be a member, but not receive the magazine? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-1-5"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>If you would prefer not to receive The Nature Conservancy’s publication, we will be happy to edit your membership to your liking. Please <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">email us</a> with your request, and we will take care of it right away.</p> <p>Please bear in mind that the mailing list for the magazine is printed some time in advance, so it’s possible that another issue will arrive after we receive your request.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> Nature News: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link20" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-2-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-2-0"> What is Nature News? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-2-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Nature News is our free online e-newsletter.</p> <p>You don’t have to donate to become a member of Nature News, but if you decide to donate after you’ve joined, your gift will be much appreciated.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link21" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-2-1" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-2-1"> How do I unsubscribe from Nature News? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-2-1"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>To no longer receive Nature News, please use the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email from The Nature Conservancy.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> Monthly Giving: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link30" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-0"> How can I make monthly, automatic donations to The Nature Conservancy? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>When you pledge to give a specific <a href="https://preserve.nature.org/page/83258/donate/1">monthly donation by credit card</a>—in an amount you are comfortable with—you automatically join <i>Conservation Champions</i>, a group of committed supporters making a significant contribution to TNC’s conservation efforts worldwide. You will receive all of the benefits of membership, including our quarterly magazine <i>Nature Conservancy</i>, where you will see firsthand the outcomes of your investment. In addition, you will be a paperless member and won’t receive any renewal mailings from us!</p> <p>Setting up a monthly gift is easy!</p> <ul> <li>Use our <a href="https://preserve.nature.org/page/83258/donate/1">safe and secure online form to join <i>Conservation Champions</i> today</a>.</li> <li>Call our Member Care team at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">(800) 628-6860</a>.</li> </ul> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link31" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-1" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-1"> Why should I donate monthly? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-1"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Monthly giving to The Nature Conservancy is easy, flexible and the most efficient way for you to give. <a href="/en-us/membership-and-giving/donate-to-our-mission/give-monthly/">Learn more about the benfits of this versatile way to give.</a> It’s simply the best conservation investment that you can make to support our work to protect our natural world.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link32" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-2" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-2"> What are the benefits of making monthly, automatic donations? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-2"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <ul> <li><b>It’s easy:</b> With one simple signup, you determine the amount of your recurring donation. Plus, you’ll receive an annual giving statement which can be used for tax purposes.</li> <li><b>It’s flexible:</b> You can change or cancel your pledge at any time through our Member Care Center.</li> <li><b>It’s the most efficient way to give:</b> Monthly credit card gifts are the most cost-effective method of donating, allowing more of your dollars to go to protecting our natural world.</li> </ul> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link33" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-3" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-3"> Can I change or cancel my monthly donation? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-3"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Yes, you can make changes to your monthly gift or payment information by calling The Nature Conservancy at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">(800) 628-6860</a> or emailing us at <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">member@tnc.org</a>. For security reasons, please do not email credit card numbers.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link34" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-4" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-4"> How will my monthly donations be used? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-4"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Monthly support from <i>Conservation Champions</i> allows us to tackle the most critical conservation challenges. <i>Conservation Champions</i> enable us to plan for the long term with both certainty and security about what we can achieve, for now and for future generations.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link35" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-5" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-5"> I currently donate monthly by check; can I switch to automatic monthly giving? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-5"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Yes, if you are a current monthly check member and want to switch to a paperless monthly membership, please contact our Member Care Team at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">(800) 628-6860</a> and we would be happy to make the changes to your account.</p> <p>You can also fill out the response form attached to your monthly pledge statement and return it in the envelope provided. Be sure to check off the automatic payment box on the front of your statement and fill in your credit card or bank account information on the back.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link36" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-6" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-6"> I want to give monthly; can my donation go to a specific state or program? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-6"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Yes, you can designate your gift to a state or program of your choice. Use <a href="https://preserve.nature.org/page/80910/donate/1">this donation form</a> to designate the state or country program you wish to support, and be sure to select “monthly” as the frequency of your gift. You can also call Member Care at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">(800) 628-6860</a> and your pledge will be set up as you request.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link37" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-7" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-7"> I have a question about my monthly gift; whom can I contact? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-3-7"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>If you have any questions about your monthly gift to The Nature Conservancy, please contact our Member Care Team at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">(800) 628-6860</a> or <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">member@tnc.org</a>.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> Renewal: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link40" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1606257250-4-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1606257250-4-0"> How do I renew my membership? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1606257250-4-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>It’s easy to <a href="https://preserve.nature.org/page/80751/donate/1">renew your membership online</a>—or you can renew by phone by calling the Member Care Team toll-free at <a href="tel:800-628-6860">(800) 628-6860</a>.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> </div> </div> </section> </div> <div class="accordion"> <section class="c-accordions bs_container standard-width-separated border-primary" aria-label="accordion-component" id="ending_accordion_1346288793"> <div class="bs_row"> <div class="bs_col-12 bs_col-md-8 bs_offset-md-2 c-accordions__container"> <h2 class="c-accordions__heading"> Preserves </h2> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> Preserves: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link00" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1346288793-0-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1346288793-0-0"> Whom can I ask about a specific preserve? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1346288793-0-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Please <a href="/en-us/about-us/contact-us/">contact the chapter office</a> in the state in which the preserve is located.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link01" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1346288793-0-1" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1346288793-0-1"> Where can I see a list of all Nature Conservancy preserves? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1346288793-0-1"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>We have over 400 preserves in the United States alone, which <a href="/en-us/get-involved/how-to-help/places-we-protect/">can be found on our preserve locator map</a>.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link02" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1346288793-0-2" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1346288793-0-2"> What is The Nature Conservancy’s position on hunting and fishing? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1346288793-0-2"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Our primary focus has always been to protect the entire spectrum of native biological diversity. In North America, hunting and fishing are only permitted on a Conservancy preserve in instances where these activities are compatible with achieving the site’s written conservation goals.</p> <p>The most common reason for allowing hunting and/or fishing on Conservancy preserves is to maintain or restore the integrity of sensitive species and biological communities. Another common reason the Conservancy allows hunting and/or fishing on some of our preserves is to respect the practices and cultural traditions of human communities. In some situations, we are motivated to open a preserve to hunting for both reasons: ecological and cultural. We do not permit hunting on those lands we own and manage where hunting may generate collateral threats, or detract from our ability to achieve our conservation goals.</p> <p>For more information, please refer to <a href="/content/dam/tnc/nature/en/documents/hunting-and-fishing-factsheet1.pdf">this Conservancy fact sheet on hunting and fishing in North America</a>.</p> <p>If you would like to know whether hunting or fishing is allowed on a particular preserve, please <a href="/en-us/about-us/contact-us/">contact the chapter office in the state in which the preserve is located</a>.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link03" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1346288793-0-3" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1346288793-0-3"> Does The Nature Conservancy allow managed hunting? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1346288793-0-3"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>In many places, managed hunting is a critical tool to reduce wildlife game populations that have grown beyond the habitat’s ability to support them. Managed hunting is a carefully regulated action implemented to protect the ecological integrity of sensitive species and biological communities. At many of our sites, populations of non-native animals like feral hogs and of native animals like white-tailed deer can grow well beyond the ability of the natural communities to withstand their effects. In those situations, we may employ carefully managed hunting as a tool to reduce populations in order to reduce the damage that they cause, allowing natural communities to recover their full vigor and diversity.</p> <p>To take one example, white-tailed deer have increased dramatically across North America in recent decades. Multiple factors have led to larger deer herds including land use changes (e.g., increased suburbanization), a concerted effort by state wildlife agencies to increase recreational hunting opportunities, declining numbers of hunters with limited access to hunting lands and a decline in natural predators.</p> <p>Deer are a natural, native component of our ecosystems. But with unchecked growth in deer populations, many areas are over-run with deer, causing well-documented negative impacts on habitats. Chronic overbrowsing greatly reduces the diversity of forest plants, stunts growth and leads to failures in tree reproduction. Further, deer can play a role in the spread and proliferation of invasive plants and are linked to the decline of some bird populations. The effects of excessive deer browsing on habitats can last decades, impacting not only today’s forests but also future forests. Elevated deer populations also have consequences for public safety (e.g., traffic accidents), human health (e.g., Lyme disease) and the deer themselves (e.g., spread of diseases such as Chronic Wasting Disease).</p> <p>Managed hunting on our preserves helps reduce these impacts, allowing natural communities to recover their vigor and diversity. Practices vary across the Conservancy from state to state and country to country. In all cases, managed hunts on Conservancy lands are conducted to meet the dual goals of healthy habitats and wildlife populations.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> Visiting a Preserve: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link10" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1346288793-1-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1346288793-1-0"> What should I bring when I visit a Nature Conservancy preserve? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1346288793-1-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>To get the most from your trip, and to protect yourself from the elements, you may want to include the following items in your backpack:</p> <ul> <li>Binoculars</li> <li>Camera</li> <li>Compass</li> <li>Field guides (to wildflowers, birds, butterflies and other natural features)</li> <li>Insect repellant</li> <li>Rain gear</li> <li>Snack (fruit or trail mix)</li> <li>Sunscreen</li> <li>Extra water</li> </ul> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link11" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1346288793-1-1" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1346288793-1-1"> When are Nature Conservancy preserves open? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1346288793-1-1"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Visitation options for specific preserves vary. Please see our <a href="/en-us/get-involved/how-to-help/places-we-protect/">Places We Protect page</a> for more information about the specific property, or <a href="/en-us/about-us/contact-us/">contact the local office</a> for details.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link12" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1346288793-1-2" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1346288793-1-2"> Are any activities prohibited on Nature Conservancy preserves? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1346288793-1-2"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>The following activities are not generally permitted on Conservancy preserves:</p> <ul> <li>Biking and mountain biking</li> <li>Caving</li> <li>Driving an ATV or off-road vehicle</li> <li>Cooking or camp fires</li> <li>Trapping animals</li> <li>Horseback riding</li> <li>Ice skating</li> <li>Bringing pets (even on a leash, with the exception of service animals)</li> <li>Picking flowers, berries, nuts or mushrooms</li> <li>Removing any part of the natural landscape (shells, rocks, etc.)</li> <li>Rock or ice climbing</li> </ul> <p>Please do not trespass on private property adjacent to Conservancy preserves. Property lines are usually marked with small yellow signs featuring the Conservancy’s logo.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> </div> </div> </section> </div> <div class="accordion"> <section class="c-accordions bs_container standard-width-separated border-primary" aria-label="accordion-component" id="ending_accordion_1922714821"> <div class="bs_row"> <div class="bs_col-12 bs_col-md-8 bs_offset-md-2 c-accordions__container"> <h2 class="c-accordions__heading"> Websites </h2> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> Content: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link00" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1922714821-0-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1922714821-0-0"> Will The Nature Conservancy add a link on nature.org to my website? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1922714821-0-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>While The Nature Conservancy values relationships with all of its constituents, The Nature Conservancy does not link to websites other than those of our formal partners.</p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> <h3 class="c-accordions__sub-heading family-sans fw-v5 fz-v7 lh-v11 txt-clr-p1"> Privacy, Legal Disclosure and Terms of use: </h3> <ul class="c-accordion border-primary"> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link10" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1922714821-1-0" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1922714821-1-0"> Does The Nature Conservancy exchange membership records with other organizations? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1922714821-1-0"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>Yes, occasionally we exchange names with other like-minded organizations. This allows us to attract new members in support of our global conservation efforts and to welcome these supporters to the Conservancy. If you prefer not to have your name exchanged, we will certainly honor your request. Just let us know by calling the Member Care Team <a href="tel:800-628-6860">(800) 628-6860</a> or by <a href="mailto:member@tnc.org">emailing us</a>.</p> <p>For more information, you can also view our <a href="/en-us/about-us/who-we-are/accountability/privacy-policy/">Privacy Policy</a>.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link11" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1922714821-1-1" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1922714821-1-1"> Where can I learn more about The Nature Conservancy’s privacy statement? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1922714821-1-1"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>The Nature Conservancy’s <a href="/en-us/about-us/who-we-are/accountability/privacy-policy/">privacy statement</a> is linked on every page on our website.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link12" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1922714821-1-2" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1922714821-1-2"> How does The Nature Conservancy protect my online privacy on nature.org? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1922714821-1-2"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>This website, nature.org, is owned and operated by The Nature Conservancy. Our intention is to provide an informative tool for those interested in conservation and as a means of allowing our members and the public to become more involved in our mission. We recognize that visitors to our website may be concerned about the information that they provide to us and how we treat that information. The Nature Conservancy is committed to honoring our constituents’ privacy preferences.</p> <p>To this end, the Conservancy supports the following principles:</p> <p><b>Consumer choice</b><br /> We believe that a visitor to our website is the one to best determine:</p> <ul> <li>When—and under what conditions—to provide personally identifiable information (i.e., data that may be used to identify, contact, or locate a person)</li> <li>When such information may be shared with other organizations</li> <li>When to remain anonymous</li> </ul> <p><b>Informed consent<br /> </b>When personally identifiable information is collected, we believe that a visitor to our website has the right to:</p> <ul> <li>Know when we are collecting personal information</li> <li>Know what personal information is collected and the purpose of any such collection</li> <li>Expect the opportunity to choose whether or not personal information will be provided to any third parties</li> <li>Expect reasonable steps to be taken to protect personal information from unauthorized use</li> <li>Review the accuracy of personal information and update it</li> </ul> </div> </div> </li> <li class="c-accordion__item border-primary"> <button id="#link13" class="toggle fz-v13-after toggle-accordion" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="ending_accordion_1922714821-1-3" data-toggle-content="ending_accordion_1922714821-1-3"> Is my information secure at nature.org? </button> <div class="toggle-content-acc" id="ending_accordion_1922714821-1-3"> <div class="c-rte txt-clr-g1"> <p>All sensitive information (such as your credit card information) provided to The Nature Conservancy or our trusted partner, Engaging Networks, is transmitted using Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption. 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