Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast
Overview
Our Mission
CFGC works to protect the character, natural integrity, and biodiversity of the bays, beaches, and barrier islands, and their watersheds of Florida's Gulf Coast by holding conservation easements and owning nature preserves; educating for responsible land stewardship; and collaborating with individuals, organizations, and communities.
Our Staff
Full Time Staff: 10Part Time Staff: 5
Operational Area and Acreage
Counties of Operation
Florida | Charlotte, Collier, Lee, Manatee, Sarasota |
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Acres Conserved
State | Total | Owned | Under Easement | Other** |
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Florida | 11,370 | 316 | 719 | 10,335 |
**This figure includes land that has been acquired by land trusts - whether through purchase, donation or by another means - and subsequently has been transferred to a public agency. It also includes land protected through other methods such as negotiating and preparing for acquisition by other organizations or agencies.