Accredited land trusts demonstrate adherence to the highest national standards for sound finances, ethical conduct, responsible governance, and lasting stewardship, which make an accredited land trust a sound investment.
Accredited land trusts are high-impact organizations and, over a five year period, show the following achievements as compared to eligible land trusts that are not yet accredited:
- Have protected 5 times more land (MRG protects over 1,200 acres)
- Are 5 times more likely to monitor 100% of their easements every year (MRG does)
- Are 5 times more likely to have a baseline documentation report for every easement (MRG does)
- Have significantly more money to defend and steward their holdings (MRG needs your help with this part!)
Accreditation gives our supporters, partners and landowners comfort and assurance in the knowledge that we are an ethical and trustworthy organization that follows rigorous standards and practices.
MRG is one of only 387 accredited land trusts from across the country. The accredited land trust network conserves 78% of all land trust conservation holdings in this country. We are proud to be a strong conservation partner and part of a movement that has the verified ability to protect millions of acres forever.
