Our Mission
The Connecticut Land Conservation Council's mission is to elevate and strengthen land conservation in Connecticut.
We work to ensure that our parks, forests, farmlands, community gardens, streams, and wetlands are protected in perpetuity for the benefit of our present and future generations.
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Excellence in conservation Awards
Celebrating the Extraordinary Conservation of Tanner Farm in Warren
What happens when an all-volunteer land trust tackles a 198-acre conservation puzzle complete with prime agricultural soils, critical waterways, and a historic lease set to expire in the year 2768? They deliver an award-winning masterclass in perseverance! Discover how the Warren Land Trust brought together state, federal, and regional partners to permanently protect the legendary Tanner Farm Preserve, proving that no project is too complex when it comes to safeguarding Connecticut’s natural and working lands.
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Info Session: State Funding Programs for Land Conservation
CT DEEP recently announced the next round of competitive grant funding through the Open Space and Watershed Land Acquisition (OSWA) and Urban Green and Community Garden (UGCG) Grant Programs.
Join us for annual information sessions, offered by CT DEEP in partnership with CLCC, to learn about these and other land conservation funding opportunities, including CLCC’s Transaction Assistance Grant (TAG) and Forever CT Fund Bridge Loan programs. There will be ample opportunity to ask questions about the grant applications, criteria, and more to help you develop your grant proposal.
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CLCC’S MISSION
CLCC's mission is to elevate and strengthen land conservation in Connecticut. Learn more »
What is a Land Trust?
A land trust is a nonprofit that works with individuals and communities to conserve land. Learn more »