National Wildlife Refuge Association
Non-profit OrganizationsDistrict of Columbia, United States11-50 Employees
The National Wildlife Refuge Association is a nonprofit organization based in Washington, DC, founded in 1975 to provide a non-governmental voice for the National Wildlife Refuge System. Its work centers on protecting American wildlife for future generations through programs that support the Refuge System and surrounding landscapes, emphasizing ecological integrity beyond refuge boundaries. The association pursues its mission through advocacy and education, constituency-building, and landscape conservation programs, leveraging private citizen engagement and coordinating alliances such as the Cooperative Alliance for Refuge Enhancement, a coalition of diverse organizations. Its activities include fostering collaboration with federal partners, expanding outreach to communities, and developing partnerships that advance conservation initiatives across national wildlife refuges. Recent developments include leadership changes within the organization and ongoing collaborations with partner groups on conservation projects and outreach efforts in support of refuges and their communities.