THE CONSERVATION FUND A NONPROFIT

Other consevation servicesthe resilient communities business line comprises a group of programs dedicated to advancing tcf's dual mission by integrating conservation and economic development to build vibrant communities. These programs focus on impact areas such as urban conservation, rural economic development, heritage site protections, sustainable food systems, water quality/supply protection and enhancement, aquaculture, and resilience. This program area provides expertise to communities across the country to achieve the multiple benefits gained by investing in clean air, clean water and community livability. Tcf brings technical assistance and flexible funding to partnerships in rural communities where we work to conserve natural assets, helping strengthen job-creating areas that rely on and sustain forestry, agriculture, nature and recreation. Tcf's urban conservation work enhances urban sustainability and livability by advancing creation of parks and other initiatives.the work of this program area also includes the following activities: freshwater institute. The freshwater institute is an applied research facility dedicated to sustainable water use and reuse through the design of recirculating aquaculture systems. This program works with government, industry and nonprofits to demonstrate the opportunities for a sustainable domestic seafood supply by providing solutions to enable the growth of environmentally responsible aquaculture. The institute's core competencies in aquaculture research, engineering and consulting, aquatic veterinary medicine, aquaculture husbandry and production, industry outreach, and water chemistry analysis are mobilized to sustainably produce salmon and other cold-water species. Resourceful communities. Resourceful communities works with grassroots and community organizations to create opportunities to preserve rural landscapes, strengthen local economies, and sustain communities' unique cultures. The program provides an effective combination of direct technical assistance, skills building and network-building that supports community outcomes such as food security, nature-based tourism development, youth conservation programs and cultural heritage preservation.