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Let's invest in the power of people together

Rare partners with communities to protect the planet we all share. By inspiring local action and supporting community-led solutions, Rare creates lasting change for people and nature alike.

Why Give to Rare

High-impact, community-led results.

  • Rare environmental initiatives affect local change

  • Rated 99% on Charity Navigator™

  • Donations are 100% tax-deductible

  • Over $30M raised through grassroots fundraising

When you give, you’re joining a movement for lasting change.

Your support empowers communities to protect nature and build a brighter future.

Real Impact: Your Donation at Work

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Empowering Over 160k Fishermen

Rare has trained and supported over 160,000 coastal fishers to adopt sustainable practices that protect ocean ecosystems and secure their livelihoods.

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Over 1,000 Local Leaders Trained

Rare has equipped over 1,000 local leaders with the skills to manage natural resources, strengthen communities, and drive lasting conservation.

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Local Stewardship Soars by 60%

Local communities are now 60% more engaged in protecting and managing their coastal and marine resources.

Why We Act

The Challenge

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    Unsustainable practices threaten over 12 million small-scale fishers and the 500 million people relying on coastal waters.

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    Habitats like coral reefs and mangroves face increasing degradation due to climate change.

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    Local leaders often lack the critical support and governance tools to defend their resources.

Our Solution & Your Impact

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    Your donation trains local leaders in sustainable management and governance.

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    We restore 30,000 square miles of ocean and reduce coastal threats by an average of 25% in our program sites.

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    Your funding supports sustainable solutions in over 2,000 communities globally.

Our Impact

Every gift to Rare powers communities to protect the planet and their future. From coastal fishers restoring coral reefs to farmers adopting climate-smart practices, Rare’s programs prove that when people lead, nature thrives.

Together, we’ve helped millions of individuals across 60+ countries safeguard their local environments, strengthen livelihoods, and build resilience against climate change. Your support fuels practical, lasting solutions because empowering people is the most effective way to protect our planet.

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