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Our impact

Conservation of more than 2 million hectares

 

1800+ in-perpetuity landholder agreements

300+ threatened species protected

590,000+ hectares under protection forever

 

The risk to nature

Nature is at a turning point. Climate change, habitat loss and invasive species are putting many of our native animals and plants at risk. In NSW, nearly 1000 species could disappear forever.

But there is hope. More than 80% of land in NSW is privately managed and key to protecting nature on a large scale. By working with private landholders, the NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust is leading a major effort to protect, connect and enhance these important ecosystems.

Join the effort to protect nature

We can't solve the biodiversity crisis alone. Our programs are oversubscribed, with far more landholders ready to protect and enhance nature than there are resources to support. By bringing together government funding, landholder commitment and the catalytic power of philanthropy, we can unlock these opportunities and accelerate protection where it matters most.

Your donation will help protect the places that matter most, like koala habitat, endangered woodlands, wetlands and wildlife corridors. These areas are vital to our environment, and with your help, we can protect them forever.

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How supporting private land conservation protects nature

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How supporting private land conservation protects nature

In NSW 70 per cent of land is privately owned, which means private land conservation 
has a really important contribution towards achieving global nature goals and Australia's 
and NSW's goals for biodiversity conservation.  The private land conservation system complements 
the National Reserve System, being our system of national parks in NSW and Australia. So together 
they work hand in hand. The NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust partners with landholders 
to achieve real conservation outcomes on the ground. Our conservation agreements 
make sure the land is protected forever.  Those conservation agreements sit on the 
title of a property and they remain there, even if the property is sold into the future, 
so we know the land is protected and managed.  The BCT's Revolving Fund offers a really exciting 
opportunity for donors because it enables us to amplify your impact year-after-year. We want to 
partner with donors who share our commitment to safeguarding our native wildlife to protecting, 
connecting and restoring biodiversity and creating a lasting environmental legacy.
 

What your gift can support

Native bellbird perched on a tree branch
Privately-managed conservation areas

Help protect more land and habitat for threatened animals and plants across NSW.

Still water of a riverbank mirroring the lush trees lining the shore on a Murrumbidgee property.
Help purchase land to conserve

Help us buy, protect and resell important conservation land so every dollar keeps working to protect nature.

Aerial view of a river flowing through a conservation site in the murrumbidgee valley
Give to initiatives that Care for Country

Support Aboriginal landowners continue their land and cultural stewardship.

Make a difference

This is your opportunity to help accelerate and amplify conservation that delivers real, lasting results. By supporting private land conservation, you can help put nature on a path to recovery and leave a legacy of protection for future generations.

Your tax deductible gift

Your donation goes to the NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust Public Fund, a not-for-profit fund supporting private land conservation in NSW.

All donations to the fund are tax deductible.

100% of your gift goes directly to conservation projects so your support has the greatest possible impact.

Ready to make a difference?

Please email our team at giving@bct.nsw.gov.au or phone 1300 992 688 to discuss how your donation can help protect nature.

Why support our work?

Permanent conservation you can trust

We offer permanent protection for threatened habitat and species and provide land managers with ongoing financial support and independently accredited biodiversity monitoring to leave a lasting legacy.

Targeted conservation where it counts

We use science to guide our work and focus on areas where we can make the biggest difference for Australia’s wildlife.

A trust network of landholders

We work with more than 1800 landholders across NSW to deliver a permanent conservation legacy. Together, we’re helping protect nature, support farming communities and build resilience to climate change.

World-class expertise and investment

We're backed by world-class science and receive generous funding from the NSW Government. Investments go into a dedicated trust fund to make sure conservation outcomes are secure and long-lasting.

Supporting indigenous leadership

We’re proud to work with Aboriginal landholders and organisations to support conservation efforts that are led by people who know the land best both culturally and environmentally.

 

Helping meet global conservation goals

Your support helps in a global effort to protect and restore 30% of the world’s land by 2030. Together, we can create a healthier future for everyone.

Contact the NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust

We welcome your feedback.

Phone:1300 992 688
Our website:nsw.gov.au/bct
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