Monmouth Conservation Foundation Celebrates Accreditation Renewal

Contact: Karen Keene
kkeene@monmouthconservation.org
T. 908.839.0324  

Graphic awarded by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission 

Monmouth Conservation Foundation (MCF) is pleased to announce that its national accreditation has been renewed by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission for an additional five years. This renewal follows a comprehensive and rigorous review process and affirms MCF’s continued leadership in land conservation excellence. 

Originally accredited in 2014, MCF continues to uphold the highest national standards for conservation permanence, organizational integrity, and long-term stewardship. With this renewal, MCF remains among a select group of fewer than 500 accredited land trusts nationwide, out of more than 1,200 land trusts operating across the United States. Accredited organizations represent the highest level of professional practice in land conservation and are recognized for their commitment to ethical conduct, strong governance, and sound financial management.

The accreditation renewal process is administered by the independent Land Trust Accreditation Commission and involves an in-depth evaluation of a land trust’s policies, programs, and practices, including a public comment period. This robust review ensures that accredited land trusts operate responsibly and effectively while protecting land in perpetuity for the benefit of their communities. 

“Earning this accreditation renewal is a meaningful milestone for Monmouth Conservation Foundation,” said William Kastning, MCF’s Executive Director. “It reflects the strength of our organization, the dedication of our board and staff, and our unwavering commitment to protecting open space and farmland, and stewarding conserved lands. This recognition reinforces our work across Monmouth County to keep our landscapes healthy, resilient, and accessible to our community in the most ethical ways possible.” 

This Land Trust Accreditation Commission distinction signals to landowners, partners, supporters, and the public that MCF operates with transparency, accountability, and long-term vision. The renewed accreditation will remain in effect for five years, and underscores the trust placed in MCF by the broader land conservation community. To learn more about the Land Trust Accreditation Program, visit www.landtrustaccreditation.org. 

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Founded in 1977, Monmouth Conservation Foundation (MCF) works to acquire and preserve open space and farmland and conserve natural habitats throughout Monmouth County in support of outdoor recreation, agriculture, clean water, and wildlife for long-term sustainability. An independent nonprofit organization that works with Monmouth County and its 53 municipalities, MCF’s vision is to lead conservation and education efforts to preserve and protect our natural environment, so all individuals and communities have access to and can benefit from open space and nature for generations to come. MCF received accreditation by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission in 2014 and has continued to maintain this status since. Accreditation is awarded to land trusts meeting the highest national standards for excellence and conservation permanence. MCF is one of 478 accredited land trusts out of 1,281 nationwide. For more information, visit www.monmouthconservation.org.