Keeping the Northwest Wild Since 1989
From the Washington Coast to the British Columbia Rockies, we protect, connect, and restore wildlands and wildlife so nature and communities can thrive together.
Our Mission and Impact
For more than three decades, Conservation Northwest has worked to protect and restore the landscapes and wildlife that define our region.
Our programs focus on:
- Oversight of public lands
- Conservation on key private lands
- Protection and recovery of threatened species
We are committed to advancing racial equity and justice while addressing the impacts of climate change.
We see the North Cascades Ecosystem as a critical ecological hub – one that must be connected to other large landscapes to form a resilient, landscape-scale habitat network. This connectivity offers the best opportunity for the Pacific Northwest to remain biologically diverse and ecologically strong.
Through this work, we strive for healthier forests, cleaner water, and a more resilient environment and economy.
Advancing Equity, Justice, and Belonging
In July 2022, we launched an Equity Change Team to formalize and strengthen our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Belonging (DEIJB) efforts.
Over two years, we gathered data, invited feedback from staff and partners, and hosted organization-wide trainings to evaluate how we engage internally and externally.
The result is our 2024–2027 Equity Action Plan, aligned with our broader organizational strategy. The plan focuses on four priority areas:
- Cultural practices that support belonging
- Internal equity and inclusion structures and processes
- Tribal engagement
- Programmatic capacity
This work strengthens both our organization and the communities we serve.
Working Together
for Lasting Conservation
Collaboration is central to our approach.
Our work values both Western science and Traditional Ecological Knowledge – recognizing that durable solutions are built through shared expertise and mutual respect.
We work alongside partner organizations, government agencies, universities, industries, local communities, and Tribes to develop projects that support long-term ecological and social outcomes.
The People Behind the Mission
Since 1989, Conservation Northwest has brought together conservation leaders from across Washington state.
Our team represents a wide range of skills and experiences – from field staff restoring habitat and monitoring wildlife to communications and operations professionals who help advance our mission.
Meet Our Team & Board
Annual Reports & Financial Documents
We are committed to transparency and responsible stewardship of the resources entrusted to us. Review our annual reports and financial documents to learn more about our impact and operations.
Annual Reports:
Financial Statements:
• 2024 Annual Report (PDF)
• 2023 Annual Report (PDF)
• 2022 Annual Report (PDF)
• 2020-2021 Annual Report (PDF)
• 2019 Impact Report (PDF)
For older financial information or additional details, please contact our Finance Director.
Make an Impact
There are many ways you can help protect the wildlife and wild places of the Pacific Northwest. From speaking up for conservation policies to volunteering in the field or supporting our work through a donation, every action makes a difference.
Visit our Get Involved page to explore the many ways you can take action and help keep the Northwest wild.
