Conservation Bridge Fund

Craft3 is committed to helping land trusts, Tribes, and other conservation organizations succeed by providing flexible capital, expert advice, and a nimble team. As the pace and scale of land conservation continues to grow in the Pacific Northwest, Craft3 is there to support critical property acquisitions ahead of long-term funding.  

Conservation bridge financing can be used to acquire land, water rights and conservation easements, as well as financing restoration work ahead of permanent funding. It is also available for projects that create or preserve open space and parks with a focus on underserved communities.

Since 2011, thanks to the support of Meyer Memorial Trust, Craft3’sConservation Bridge Fund has deployed $26.3 million in conservation financing, totaling more than 36 loans that have helped 23 organizations conserve over 18,000 acres in Oregon and Washington.

Click here to see a few examples of recent projects.