Locally led conservation, built to last

Across the Caribbean, National Conservation Trust Funds turn regional finance into long-term protection for the places and communities that depend on them.

Photo: Mangroves in The Bahamas, Joost van Uffelen, Shutterstock

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National Conservation Trust Funds

11

Countries represented

61

Projects linked to the network

Conservation finance rooted in place

We partner with independent national funds that understand local priorities, bring the right people together and keep conservation funding flowing over the long term.

01

Protect coasts and ocean

Support lasting stewardship of marine and coastal ecosystems across the region.

02

Safeguard landscapes

Strengthen protection and restoration of terrestrial biodiversity and critical habitats.

03

Fund local action

Channel reliable resources to organisations and communities delivering conservation on the ground.

Meet the national funds

Eleven national conservation trust funds, one for each country they serve. Open a profile to see each fund's work and the projects it is linked to.

Antigua and Barbuda

Marine Ecosystems Protected Areas Trust

1 linked project

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The Bahamas

Bahamas Protected Area Fund

21 linked projects

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Dominica

Dominica National Conservation Trust Fund

1 linked project

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Dominican Republic

Fondo MARENA

11 linked projects

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Grenada

Grenada Sustainable Development Trust Fund

6 linked projects

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Guyana

Guyana Protected Areas Trust

2 linked projects

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Haiti

Haiti Biodiversity Fund

4 linked projects

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Jamaica

National Conservation Trust Fund of Jamaica

8 linked projects

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St. Kitts and Nevis

St. Christopher and Nevis Conservation Foundation

No linked projects yet

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Saint Lucia

Saint Lucia National Conservation Fund

2 linked projects

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St. Vincent and the Grenadines

St. Vincent and the Grenadines Conservation Fund

5 linked projects

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At the national level, partner National Conservation Trust Funds (NCTFs) lead the grantmaking process, implement projects and drive programs for the protection and preservation of the marine and terrestrial ecosystems within their countries.

Our NCTF Goals

Preserve marine and coastal areas

Protect terrestrial areas

Fund local conservation projects

NCTF Directory

National Conservation Trust Funds

Explore official National Conservation Trust Fund profiles across the Caribbean and view the funded projects linked to each NCTF.

11 NCTF Profiles
11 Countries Represented
61 Linked Projects
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Caribbean NCTF Network

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The Bahamas 1 NCTF profile listed Select marker to filter
Barbados No NCTF profile currently listed. Country retained for regional coverage
Belize No NCTF profile currently listed. Country retained for regional coverage
Cuba No NCTF profile currently listed. Country retained for regional coverage
Dominican Republic 1 NCTF profile listed Select marker to filter
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Haiti 1 NCTF profile listed Select marker to filter
Montserrat No NCTF profile currently listed. Country retained for regional coverage
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Suriname No NCTF profile currently listed. Country retained for regional coverage
Trinidad and Tobago No NCTF profile currently listed. Country retained for regional coverage
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NCTF Profile 21 linked projects

Since its establishment, and the appointment of its Board of Directors and Executive Director, BPAF has been working to ensure its operations are aligned with international best practices....

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NCTF Profile 1 linked project

Dominica—the ‘Nature Island’—boasts of the most extensive natural forests in the Eastern Caribbean and is home to the most diverse assemblage of wildlife among the smaller Caribbean islands....

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NCTF Profile 11 linked projects

Home to about 5,600 plant species and 300 bird species, the Dominican Republic’s vibrant biodiversity attracts visitors from around the world. In the Dominican Republic, nature supports the...

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NCTF Profile 6 linked projects

Grenada boasts diverse marine and coastal ecosystems, including mangrove swamps, coral reefs, seagrass beds, beaches, lagoons, dry woodlands and cactus shrub. Its biodiversity is threatened by climate change...

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NCTF Profile 2 linked projects

Guyana’s Protected Areas Trust (GPAT) works to mobilize and allocate finances for the management of the National Protected Areas System (NPAS) in Guyana. GPAT supports projects that contribute...

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NCTF Profile 4 linked projects

Biodiversity is strongly affected by changes in land and sea use, exploitation of natural resources, climate change, pollution and invasive species. Thus, to preserve biodiversity, conservation actions must...

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NCTF Profile 1 linked project

The Marine Ecosystems Protected Areas (MEPA) Trust was established in 2015 as the national conservation trust fund for Antigua and Barbuda. Mission Work with multi-sectoral partners to catalyze...

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NCTF Profile 8 linked projects

Jamaica’s breathtaking beauty and appeal as a great place to live and visit, is underpinned by a rich eco-system of nestling mountain ranges, terrestrial national parks, forest and...

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NCTF Profile 2 linked projects

The Saint Lucia National Conservation Fund is uniquely positioned to tackle the island’s many environmental conservation needs through its structure, organizational capacities, and mix of private and public...

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NCTF Profile 0 linked projects

A rich tapestry of reef and pelagic fish species, lobsters, conch, sea grasses, sea turtles, mangroves, algae, resident and migratory birds are native to St. Kitts and Nevis. With...

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NCTF Profile 5 linked projects

Known for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is home to diverse marine, coastal and terrestrial ecosystems, including coral reefs, seagrass beds, mangroves,...

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Montserrat

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Suriname

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Trinidad and Tobago

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