Nature Conservancy, Inc.
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May 25, 2012
I donated in late 2010. Since then, I regularly receive multiple-sheet mailings from them telling me that my membership is expiring and to "RENEW NOW." It seems like these Asks come monthly, or more frequently. This would feel excessive and frustrating if the letters were from a credit card company, but from an organization dedicated to protecting "Earth's natural systems [which are] at risk," this is particularly maddening. I feel vaguely hounded by them and believe that their frequent mailings undermine their goals of conservation. I'm writing this in May 2012. More than a year after my contribution, I continue to receive their "renewal notices."
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Unsure
How likely is it that you would recommend that a friend donate to this group?
Unlikely
How likely are you to donate to this group again?
Unlikely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
March 28, 2012
I can't contribute any longer while the CEO makes a half million dollars per year.
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No
How likely is it that you would recommend that a friend donate to this group?
No
How likely are you to donate to this group again?
Unlikely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
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December 15, 2011
3 people found this review helpful
Others have complained about the Director's pay at $300,000 dollars; that's why I stopped contributing last year. Now it's $482,632. This is a charity, folks! Given how many of the well-known charities are giving their management outrageous amounts, I'm guessing it's for the same reason as Wall Street....they're all on each other's boards and give each other approval for that sort of thing. This is the way I'm sending the message....hope enough people do that they listen.
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Will you volunteer or donate to this organization?
No
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
A lot
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
November 23, 2011
The Nature Conservancy is a great organization that pursues what I call "practical environmentalism". They don't get mired down in political controversy; they just go about the business of protecting lands, waters, and diversity of life.
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Likely
How likely is it that you would recommend that a friend donate to this group?
Definitely
How likely are you to donate to this group again?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
October 18, 2011
In Texas, amazing what they do. Think about how much this organization does everywhere. Of course they need professionals to run it. 120 million acres it says on their web site. That's a lot to take care of. Glad they do pay staff well. That way it really will be in good shape.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
after the oil spill by volunteering in the Gulf.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
make sure less places need protecting. Thankfully they're there.
October 15, 2011
I've given to the Nature Conservancy for over 20 years, but no more. I live on less than 25,000 a year and don't see why I should give my hard earned money so the CEO of the organization can make almost $500,000 per year.
I love the mission of the Nature Conservancy but in the future I am donating to the Salvation Army.
L Burton
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Pennsylvania
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Reduce salaries of administrators.
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How likely is it that you would recommend that a friend donate to this group?
Unlikely
How likely are you to donate to this group again?
No
What specific problem, purpose, priority, or project prompted your gift?
The philosophy of the Nature Conservancy of buying land to preserve it.
September 27, 2011
Hi, my name is Joe Peal. I work for The Nature Conservancy as the new Manager of our Member Care Team. We strive for a five-star experience and if you're not satisfied, I'd like to hear from you. Please contact me at 703-841-5300 so we can make things right.
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September 27, 2011
I too only have rave reviews for TNC. I learned about them a few years ago with the Plant a Billion Trees campaign. To be able to plant 1 billion trees is such an undertaking. They can do it. They use science and they are strategic. We need more to work on the ground like TNC. All my interactions are only positive and I encourage all reading this to donate today.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
updates on how they use my dollars and the places they protect in Brazil.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
help them get more donors.
September 23, 2011
I just called the membership department toll-free and they addressed my need immediately. My experience for nine years is only positive. Best of all, I see the results of The Nature Conservancy in my home state as they help to protect very important places in Vermont.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Yes, The Nature Conservancy bought land when no one else would do it. They are protecting very special places in Vermont and still allow people to visit, hike and enjoy the outdoors.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
donate more so they could protect even more of our planet.
August 9, 2011
So their rating is 3 stars and they have raised the CEO salary from ~$320,000 to ~$360,000? Why would I want to donate to this group? I used to but this is not fiscally responsible. Sorry.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
I am disappointed to see the increase in salary for the CEO.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
They need to re-think their mission.
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