Protecting Virginia’s Open Spaces
Since 1966, VOF has worked to preserve open spaces for future generations, collaborating with private landowners, land trusts, and government agencies through easements, grants, and other methods.
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Impact Metrics of the Virginia Outdoors Foundation
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VOF has one of the nation’s most diverse portfolios of protected lands and open spaces.
From the mountains to the coast, 95% of all Virginians live within 5 miles of VOF-protected land.
VOF holds the most easements for a state-based land trust anywhere in the nation.
Preserving Virginia’s Natural and Cultural Heritage
Comprehensive Land Conservation
Comprehensive Land Conservation
Partnerships with Agencies
We offer unparalleled expertise in sustainable land use and conservation.
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Are you a landowner looking to place your property under easement? A land trust or government agency in need of funding for open-space conservation? We can help.
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Our services enhance land preservation efforts in Virginia.
NEWS
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VOF opens $1.7 million grant round for open-space projects
VOF is seeking proposals for projects that will increase access to open space, protect working farms and forests, and provide other public benefits.
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VOF adds 178 acres to Bull Run Mountains Natural Area Preserve
A generous gift from the Sacharuna Foundation expands protection of significant natural and cultural resources at 2,350-acre Preserve.
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VOF announces $2.8 million for open-space projects
Latest grants protect farms, parks, trails, and more in 16 counties and cities.
The heritage of what we give our children is not in the parceling of land being divided up for monetary value, but in the beauty and strength of character that the land produces in each of us who have lived on it. This is what we wish to pass on.
Madison County Easement Donor
Over an acre an hour.
That’s how much open space VOF has protected across Virginia since 1966.
Learn about our history and achievements in sixty years of conservation.
Participate in Our Engaging Events
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Become a Volunteer for Conservation
Volunteer your time and skills for impactful projects across the state.
Join Us in Conservation
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