© From "The C&O Canal" by Dorothy Camagna

District of Columbia

In Washington, D.C. the Fund works to preserve and enhance the city’s green spaces so that future generations can enjoy its unique natural, cultural, and historic resources.

Historic Rosedale, DC

In the heart of our nation’s capital, the Fund assisted the Rosedale Conservancy and the Potomac Conservancy in preserving one of Washington’s most historic properties.  Read more>
Regional Scorecard -

Mid-Atlantic


Acres Protected: 317,069
Fair Market Value: $589,751,436
Acquisition Cost: $434,248,541
Total Acres Conserved Since 1985: 317,069
Spotlight - Captain John Smith National Historic Water Trail

Replica of Capt. John Smith's shallopThe Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail provides an unforgettable water journey tracing American history and provide first-hand experience of the Chesapeake's rich natural resources. Read more>

Recent press
A Goodly Bay Rediscovered, Washington Post (4/23)

How the Fund Can Help You

From government agencies to corporations, from private landowners to land trusts and local communities, the Fund's partners seek our expertise to:

Pledge to our Donors
The Conservation Fund donation policy:

Donor Committment

  • Safeguard privacy
  • Exceed industry standards
  • Limit mailings
  • Ensure gifts directly support conservation