North Coast Land Conservancy is pleased to announce it is applying for renewal of accreditation, and a public comment period is now open.
The land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever.
The Land Trust Accreditation Commission, an independent program of the Land Trust Alliance, conducts an extensive review of each applicant’s policies and programs. Accredited land trusts undergo independent reviews to ensure accountability and transparency. This external evaluation assures the public that these organizations meet established standards for organizational quality and permanent land conservation.
“Accreditation is an indicator that we are meeting national standards for excellence in how we’re conducting our conservation efforts on the Oregon Coast,” NCLC Associate Director Jon Wickersham said. “It is just one of the many ways we strive to cultivate public trust and confidence in our work, while also strengthening its permanency. Through ethical and responsible operations, we’re doing our best to make sure we can conserve and care for coastal lands and waters in perpetuity.”
The commission invites public input and accepts signed, written comments on pending applications. Comments must relate to how North Coast Land Conservancy complies with national quality standards. These standards address the ethical and technical operation of a land trust. You can see a full list of standards and submit your comments electronically here.
You also can email your comment to info@landtrustaccreditation.org. Comments may also be faxed or mailed to the Land Trust Accreditation Commission, Attn: Public Comments: (fax) 518-587-3183; (mail) 36 Phila Street, Suite 2, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.
Comments on NCLC’s application will be most useful by Dec. 20, 2026.
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