Reimagining Conservation

NorthLight Foundation is committed to investing in and engaging with innovative organizations and conservation strategies, focusing primarily on large landscape-scale conservation. NorthLight prioritizes projects that build climate and community resilience, and has a strong portfolio dedicated to defense of the Arctic.

*Denotes the investment focuses on Protecting & Preserving the Arctic.

Backcountry Hunters & Anglers*

Backcountry Hunters & Anglers protects North America's public lands, waters, and wildlife through advocacy, education, and engagement of hunters and anglers.

NorthLight Foundation is providing programmatic support for engagement on issues related to Arctic conservation and protection including the Refuge and the Western Arctic.

earthjustice*

Earthjustice wields the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health, to preserve magnificent places and wildlife, to advance clean energy, and to combat climate change.

NorthLight Foundation is providing litigation capacity for Arctic defense

Friends of katahdin woods & Waters*

Friends of Katahdin Woods & Waters works to preserve, protect, and enhance Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument and inspire a community dedicated to the Monument’s future.

NorthLight Foundation is providing general operating support.

Natural Resources Defense Council

The Natural Resources Defense Council combines the power of more than 3 million members and online activists with the expertise of some 700 scientists, lawyers, and other environmental specialists to confront the climate crisis, protect the planet's wildlife and wild places, and to ensure the rights of all people to clean air, clean water, and healthy communities.

NorthLight Foundation is providing litigation capacity for Arctic defense.

Taxpayers for Common Sense*

Taxpayers for Common Sense promotes responsible federal spending and transparency to ensure taxpayer dollars are used efficiently and effectively.

NorthLight Foundation is providing programmatic support for engagement on issues related to Arctic conservation and protection.

TRUST FOR PUBLIC LAND

Trust for Public Land creates parks and protects land to ensure everyone has access to nature and the benefits of healthy, livable communities.

NorthLight Foundation is supporting a Maine Director position and support the Wáhsehtəkʷ project.

UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN*

The University of Michigan's School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS) works to build a more sustainable and just world for all by transforming the impact of higher education and reimagining the future.

NorthLight Foundation is supporting the School for Environment and Sustainability and the Arctic Fellows Program.

Dual-focus on Catalyzing Environmental Leadership.

Vet Voice Foundation*

Vet Voice Foundation empowers veterans to strengthen democracy through civic engagement, leadership, and advocacy on issues affecting their communities.

NorthLight Foundation is providing programmatic support for engagement with, and on behalf of, veterans regarding Arctic conservation and protection.

The Wilderness Society*

The Wilderness Society protects America's public lands to ensure they remain wild, accessible, and resilient for future generations.

NorthLight Foundation is supporting the 2026 Fish Creek Arctic Trip.

Dual-focus on Catalyzing Environmental Leadership.

Alaska Wilderness League

Alaska Wilderness League builds, leads, and supports national coalitions to influence federal decision-makers to protect Alaska’s wild lands and waters.

NorthLight Foundation is supporting the Alaska Wilderness League’s participation in the Arctic Defense Campaign.

center for American progress

The Center for American Progress is an independent, nonpartisan policy institute that is dedicated to improving the lives of all Americans through bold, progressive ideas, as well as strong leadership and concerted action.

NorthLight Foundation is supporting the Center for American Progress’ participation in the Arctic Defense Campaign.

The conservation fund

The Conservation Fund creates innovative solutions that drive nature-based action for climate protection, sustainable economies, and vibrant communities.

NorthLight Foundation is supporting education about the significance of the Point Lay area, including its role in protecting biodiversity and supporting local subsistence lifestyles.

earthjustice

Earthjustice wields the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health, to preserve magnificent places and wildlife, to advance clean energy, and to combat climate change.

NorthLight Foundation is supporting the organization’s work to protect the Arctic.

Friends of katahdin woods & Waters

Friends of Katahdin Woods & Waters works to preserve, protect, and enhance Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument and inspire a community dedicated to the Monument’s future.

NorthLight Foundation is developing the educational and cultural components of the Tekαkαpimək Contact Station in the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument.

Gwich'in Steering Committee is the unified voice of the Gwich'in Nation of Alaska and Canada speaking out to protect the Porcupine Caribou Herd, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and the Gwich'in way of life.

NorthLight Foundation is providing general operating support.

League of Conservation Voters Education Fund

LCV Education Fund works to increase civic participation to achieve meaningful progress on the climate crisis and to confront environmental injustices.

NorthLight Foundation is supporting general support to LCV Education that will support work that includes Arctic conservation efforts.

native movement

Native Movement is dedicated to building people power, rooted in an Indigenized worldview, toward healthy, sustainable, and just communities for ALL. Native Movement supports grassroots-led projects that endeavor to ensure social justice, Indigenous Peoples’ rights, and the rights of Mother Earth.

NorthLight Foundation is providing general operating support.

Natural Resources Defense Council

The Natural Resources Defense Council combines the power of more than 3 million members and online activists with the expertise of some 700 scientists, lawyers, and other environmental specialists to confront the climate crisis, protect the planet's wildlife and wild places, and to ensure the rights of all people to clean air, clean water, and healthy communities.

NorthLight Foundation is providing general operating support.