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Michigan natural resource conservation nonprofits

There are 412 natural resource conservation organizations in Michigan. Combined, these Michiganian natural resource conservation nonprofits employ 964 people, earn more than $200 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $842 million.
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Types of natural resource conservation nonprofits in Michigan

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Natural resource conservation organizations
 
412
 
$200,061,683
Water quality and wetland conservation organizations
 
160
 
$93,366,640
Land conservation organizations
 
60
 
$48,415,737
Energy conservation and development organizations
 
29
 
$32,465,831
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Natural resource conservation nonprofits by major Michigan cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Detroit
 
85
 
$56,450,437
Hartford
 
32
 
$21,644,762
Grand Rapids
 
31
 
$7,624,792
Ann Arbor
 
23
 
$12,223,655
Kalamazoo
 
10
 
$2,313,004
Muskegon
 
9
 
$543,580
Bay City
 
8
 
$2,033,367
Niles
 
7
 
$1,297,329
Jackson, MI
 
7
 
$0
South Bend, IN
 
6
 
$127,436
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Job trends for Michigan natural resource conservation nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
49
1-10
 
41
11-25
 
28
26-100
 
7
101 to 1,000
 
0
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of natural resource conservation nonprofits in Michigan

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
88
$250k to $1M
 
46
$1M to $5M
 
28
$5M to $25M
 
9
$25M to $100M
 
1
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of natural resource conservation nonprofits in Michigan

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Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy (GTRLC)

We protect significant natural, scenic, and farm lands, and advance stewardship, now and for future generations. We serve a regional community that includes Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska and Manistee counties in northwest Lower Michigan.
Revenue
$11.4m
Assets
$88.7m
Employees
40
EIN
38-2994229
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Little Traverse Conservancy

Little Traverse Conservancy preserves land in Michigan through management, stewardship, and acquisition of scenic areas in Northern Michigan.
Revenue
$12.6m
Assets
$147.5m
Employees
23
EIN
23-7267810
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Sanford Lake Preservation Association

Four Lakes Task Force maintains water levels and dams of Wixom, Sanford, Smallwood, and Secord Lakes to enhance recreation and safety.
Revenue
$19.9m
Assets
$71.9m
Employees
9
EIN
27-4698447
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Leelanau Conservancy

Leelanau Conservancy conserves land, water, and scenic character in Leelanau County, MI through protection projects and educational programs.
Revenue
$10.6m
Assets
$44.1m
Employees
20
EIN
38-2710855
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Huron Pines Resource Conservation and Development Council

Huron Pines protects northern Michigan's natural resources through prioritization and restoration of iconic places. They inspire water stewardship and promote economic growth.
Revenue
$5.1m
Assets
$7.9m
Employees
55
EIN
38-2502172
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Superior Watershed Partnership

Superior Watershed Partnership conserves, protects and restores natural resources in Michigan through various programs and infrastructure projects.
Revenue
$7.0m
Assets
$7.3m
Employees
63
EIN
38-3492677
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Conservative Energy Network

Conservative Energy Network connects and supports state-level conservative clean energy organizations to promote efficient and cleaner energy usage.
Revenue
$6.5m
Assets
$2.9m
Employees
32
EIN
81-3459199
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Detroit Riverfront Conservancy

Detroit Riverfront Conservancy maintains and develops public parks, green spaces, and the Detroit Riverwalk for recreation along the Detroit International Riverfront.
Revenue
$25.0m
Assets
$175.2m
Employees
16
EIN
30-0125283
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Friends of the Detroit River (FDR)

The mission of Friends of the Detroit River is to enhance the environmental, educational, economic, cultural and recreational opportunities associated with the Detroit River watershed through citizen involvement and community action.
Revenue
$5.6m
Assets
$1.3m
Employees
8
EIN
38-3103021
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Michigan Energy Options (MEO)

To guide communities toward being more Energy efficient and sustainable through our expertise, our programs, and our effect on decision makers, business leaders, and residents of Michigan.
Revenue
$3.4m
Assets
$1.7m
Employees
14
EIN
38-2221101
IRS type
501(c)(3)

North Country Trail Association Incorporated (NCTA)

The North Country Trail Association (NCTA) unites individuals, affiliated trail groups, local chapters, corporate sponsors and others linked in support of building and maintaining the North Country National Scenic Trail, and telling its story.
Revenue
$2.0m
Assets
$1.9m
Employees
16
EIN
38-2423480
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Michigan League of Conservation Voters

The Michigan League of Conservation Voters is a non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to passing strong environmental laws, electing environmental champions and holding lawmakers accountable for their actions.
Revenue
$3.2m
Assets
$1.5m
Employees
50
EIN
38-3481677
IRS type
501(c)(4)

Huron River Watershed Council (HRWC)

HRWC is a water quality or wetland conservation organization in Ann Arbor, MI whose mission is: The mission of the Council is to protect and restore the river for healthy and vibrant communities.
Revenue
$2.2m
Assets
$3.2m
Employees
23
EIN
38-1806452
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Land Conservancy of West Michigan

At the Land Conservancy of West Michigan, they work to keep nature nearby and help people protect, enjoy, and care for natural land in West Michigan.
Revenue
$2.7m
Assets
$18.4m
Employees
16
EIN
38-2363129
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Conservation Resource Alliance (CRA)

CRA works with landowners to plan, locate funding options, cut through red tape, and implement programs to enhance the habitat value and beauty of the region.
Revenue
$3.0m
Assets
$5.4m
Employees
13
EIN
38-2181915
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council

We are dedicated to protecting our lakes, streams, wetlands, and groundwater through respected advocacy, innovative education, technically sound water quality monitoring, thorough research and restoration actions.
Revenue
$3.0m
Assets
$5.9m
Employees
23
EIN
38-2361745
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Friends of the Rouge

Friends of the Rouge promotes Rouge River restoration through education and citizen involvement, offering a rain barrel program to help with flooding.
Revenue
$4.1m
Assets
$4.2m
Employees
17
EIN
38-2672879
IRS type
501(c)(3)

NextEnergy Center

NextEnergy Center accelerates the growth of smart grid and mobility companies, enabling commercialization of energy technologies that contribute to economic competitiveness and sustainability.
Revenue
$4.6m
Assets
$5.7m
Employees
10
EIN
02-0648628
IRS type
501(c)(3)

for Love of Water

For Love of Water ensures the health, public access and protection of the Great Lakes Basin's water through a variety of programs that raise awareness about issues related to freshwater supply.
Revenue
$2.1m
Assets
$2.4m
Employees
9
EIN
45-4370935
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Glen Lake Association

The Glen Lake Association protects and improves the unique Glen Lake area in Michigan by promoting water quality testing and preventing invasive species.
Revenue
$1.5m
Assets
$2.7m
Employees
14
EIN
38-1658580
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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