Protecting rainforests and our climate
in partnership with Indigenous peoples since 1988
- Amazon and Central American Rainforests
Effective rainforest protection starts with the people who live there
For nearly four decades, Rainforest Foundation US has worked alongside Indigenous peoples to secure their rights — providing the tools, training, and resources to protect their forests on their own terms and for the long term.
Patamona woman carries cassava through the forest in Waipa village, in Guyana’s North Pakaraimas region. IMAGE CREDIT: Benjamin Mast / NPDC
Deforestation rates are lower on lands managed by Indigenous communities with secure land rights. And healthy forests store more carbon.
We help protect 19.3 million acres of forests through monitoring
Deforestation is a primary driver of carbon emissions. Integrating new technology with traditional forest monitoring practices stops deforestation more effectively.
We support 200+ Indigenous communities & organizations
Strong organizations and communities are more resilient and sustainable. We provide direct financing and co-design strategies with our partners to support them in protecting their lands and our planet.
Rainforest Foundation US is tackling some of the world’s most urgent challenges: deforestation, biodiversity loss, human rights violations and climate change
Rainforest Foundation US is tackling some of the world’s most urgent challenges: deforestation, biodiversity loss, human rights violations and climate change
