Alachua Conservation Trust (ACT) is an accredited land trust that has been to protecting the natural, historic, scenic and recreational resources in and around North Central Florida since 1988. ACT protects land through purchase, donation, and conservation easements primarily in 22 counties.

For 36 years, ACT has been instrumental to facilitating the conservation of over 59,500 acres of Florida land. This includes the direct purchase and protection of over 26,500 acres. We own and manage over 5,000 acres, and collaborate with private landowners to protect an additional 6,850 acres through conservation easements. ACT currently work across 22 counties in North Central Florida, including Alachua, Marion, Gilchrist, Putnam, Levy, Columbia, Madison, Hamilton, Union, Bradford, Clay, Suwannee, Lafayette, Dixie, Taylor, Sumter, Lake, Volusia, Citrus, Hernando, Pasco, & Seminole  County.

We serve our community and home by protecting and preserving natural spaces, creating opportunities to interact with the environment, and teaching the next generation through environmental education programs. ACT saves land by purchasing it or receiving it as a donation. We also work with private landowners interested in conserving their land to find the right conservation solutions for their land.  

In 2013, ACT received the National Land Trust Excellence Award, the highest award a land trust can receive.

ACT is a 501(c)3 non-profit charity and receives no government grants for general operating support. We rely on contributions from private individuals, corporations, small businesses, and foundations.   

ACT is the recipient of regional, state, & national recognition:
2013 National Land Trust Excellence Award presented by the Land Trust Alliance
2017 Wes Skiles Water Stewardship Award presented by the Rotary Club of Downtown Gainesville
2019 Conservation Organization of the Year presented by the Florida Wildlife Federation
2021 Gainesville Legacy Awards - Nonprofit Recognition Award

Alachua Conservation Trust

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This department focuses on educating the public and managing natural resources for sustainability.

Environmental Affairs

This department focuses on coordinating communication efforts and supporting development initiatives within the organization.

Communication and Development

This department coordinates various conservation initiatives and partnerships to promote environmental sustainability.

Conservation Programs

This department oversees the strategic direction and overall management of the organization.

Executive Leadership

This department focuses on organizing and managing outreach activities and events to enhance community engagement and brand visibility.

Alachua Conservation Trust

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Environmental Affairs

Communication and Development

Conservation Programs

Executive Leadership

Outreach and Events

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Alachua Conservation Trust

Org chart

Teams

Environmental Affairs

Communication and Development

Conservation Programs

Executive Leadership

Outreach and Events

Offices

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