For Accredited Land Trusts
How to navigate your accredited term
Welcome to the Accredited Land Trust Community
Your land trust put in the hard work and has now joined a community of strong and ethical land trusts who are leaders in the conservation community. With more than 480 accredited land trusts, who collectively protect more than 51 million acres, either with a conservation easement or in fee ownership, this dedicated community is making a difference. Celebrate your accomplishment, share the news with your local community, stay up-to-date with the requirements (and show compliance with any expectations for improvement) and keep connected with the Commission and the accredited land trust community.
Promote Your Accreditation Status
Get the accreditation seal for your land trust’s digital and print needs.
Find resources and templates to announce your accredited status.
Learn how to leverage the accreditation seal for friend-raising and fundraising.
Address Expectations for Improvement
Understand why the Commission issues EFIs.
Gain insight into how land trusts can document meeting their EFIs.
Gather knowledge by reviewing EFI FAQs.
Maintain Your Accreditation
Learn more about the responsibilities of an accredited land trust.
Know when a land trust must contact the Commission.
Learn more about Commission oversight of accredited land trusts.
Know where to go for support.
Connect with Accredited Land Trusts
Explore the directory of every accredited land trust in the country.
Prepare for Renewal
Learn how your land trust can start preparing for the renewal process. Hint, it’s never too early. Gain a deeper understanding about the renewal process steps and expectations.