Saving Nature
buys and restores tropical forest
to save endangered species
What We Do
Acquiring Land & Planting Trees for Global Conservation
At Saving Nature, we operate on the front lines of global conservation efforts, directly addressing the crisis of tropical forest destruction. Driven by commercial agriculture, unsustainable logging, and population growth, vital ecosystems are dismantled, leaving behind fragmented habitats too small to sustain biodiversity. Our core strategy involves directly acquiring and protecting critical land fragments, ensuring their permanent conservation.
But our work extends far beyond land ownership. We then meticulously restore these acquired lands through large-scale native tree planting. By connecting isolated forest patches and rebuilding vital ecosystems with millions of trees, we establish crucial wildlife corridors. This direct action enables species to adapt to the impacts of climate change, traverse landscapes safely, and significantly helps to save thousands of animal species from extinction. Our mission emphasizes urgent, hands-on intervention: buying land, restoring it through reforestation, and protecting viable habitats to secure a sustainable future for our planet.
What We Have Achieved
Restoring Habitats & Protecting Biodiversity Through Land Acquisition
Our impact is tangible and measurable. Saving Nature has made significant strides in reversing the tide of habitat loss and protecting endangered species through our strategic land acquisition and restoration programs. We’ve successfully transformed threatened landscapes, directly countering the effects of deforestation and habitat fragmentation that plague tropical regions.
Through dedicated tree planting initiatives, we’ve restored degraded areas, converting fragmented land into thriving, interconnected forests. This crucial work has not only created new homes for countless wildlife but has also significantly contributed to carbon sequestration and improved ecological resilience. Our achievements include securing thousands of acres of critical habitats and planting more than 1.39 million native trees, directly contributing to the survival of diverse species and the establishment of vital biodiversity hotspots. Each parcel of land we’ve acquired and restored represents a concrete step toward preventing extinctions and ensuring a robust, sustainable future for global biodiversity.
18
Projects
44,663+
Species Protected
11,893
Acres Protected
1,397,384
Trees Planted
13,763
Tons CO2 removed per year
Featured Projects: Protecting Biodiversity Hotspots
We are actively creating 18 vital projects across 8 countries:Â Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, India, Indonesia, Panama, Tanzania, and the United States. In these critical regions, we collaborate with local partners to build a better future for both people and wildlife. We don’t just advocate; we acquire land and implement large-scale tree planting programs in collaboration with local partners. Our goal is to create a sustainable future for both local communities and threatened wildlife. Your support directly contributes to saving endangered species and restoring critical habitats within these irreplaceable ecosystems.
Brazil: Protecting the Endangered Atlantic Forest
Ninety-five percent of Brazil’s Atlantic Forest is gone, leaving only fragments as the last refuge for 60% of its endangered species. We're protecting these critical habitats and restoring essential ecological connections for survival.
Colombia: Averting Climate-Driven Extinctions
This incredibly vulnerable region is facing severe threats from commercial agriculture, driving rapid deforestation. Your donation helps us protect this critical biodiversity hotspot and potentially avert global climate-driven extinctions.
Sumatra: Securing a Refuge from Palm Oil's Damage
Relentless deforestation and expanding palm oil plantations threaten Earth's last refuge where Sumatran rhinos, elephants, tigers, and orangutans still coexist. Our urgent actions mitigate conflict and fight poaching to provide safe haven.
Cultivate Change: Donate to Land Restoration & Tree Planting
It’s thanks to our incredible donors that we can execute our vital work: purchasing degraded land and then planting native trees to transform it into thriving wildlife habitats. Your contribution directly enables us to restore critical ecosystems through reforestation, secure the future of endangered species, and powerfully address climate change. By joining us, you become a direct part of global tree planting initiatives, enhancing the planet’s biodiversity and ensuring the long-term preservation of animal species. Support our land acquisition and tree planting efforts today, and let’s build a healthier, more sustainable world together.
Offset Your Carbon footprint
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Sponsor 1/4 Acre of Rainforest
Join our mission for a sustainable future. Help recover lost ecosystems, balance human activity with vital conservation, and protect countless species.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Saving Nature?
Saving Nature, Inc. is a US 501(c)(3) conservation nonprofit founded in 2019 by ecologist Stuart Pimm. We buy and restore tropical forest in the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots, reconnecting fragmented habitat so endangered species can survive.
Who founded Saving Nature?
Dr. Stuart Pimm, a leading conservation scientist, founded Saving Nature in 2019. It builds on SavingSpecies, the wildlife-corridor organization he founded in 2007.
Where does Saving Nature work?
As of October 2026, we have 18 projects in 8 countries: Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, India, Indonesia (Sumatra), Panama, Tanzania and the United States. Each project is run with an experienced local conservation partner.
What has Saving Nature achieved?
As of October 2026, our projects protect 11,893 acres of habitat. We have planted more than 1.39 million native trees, and our forests remove about 13,763 tons of CO2 each year.
Where does my donation go?
100% of your donation goes to conservation: buying land, planting native trees and protecting wildlife habitat with our local partners.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. Saving Nature, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN 84-2412702. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Is Saving Nature a trustworthy charity?
Saving Nature holds a four-star rating from Charity Navigator and a Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid.
How is this different from buying carbon offsets?
We restore real habitat for endangered species, and the carbon our forests absorb is an added benefit. Our carbon calculators estimate your footprint and suggest a donation to match, but your gift is a charitable donation, not a certified carbon credit.
