The funder's mission is to address the challenge of unchecked agricultural production leading to global loss of natural vegetation, mainly at the expense of tropical forests and savannas. They aim to conserve critical ecosystems by engaging with the private sector to shift practices towards improved, deforestation-free production of globally traded commodities such as soy and beef, with an emphasis on regions like the Brazilian Amazon and Cerrado, and the Chaco in Argentina, Paraguay, and Bolivia.
The grant program is dedicated to conserving the unique and biodiverse landscapes of the San Francisco Bay Area, recognizing its unparalleled conservation history and the significant role it plays in the environmental movement. The grant supports projects that align with science-based regional conservation planning, ensure durable conservation outcomes through initial stewardship, foster collaboration across the region, and develop effective conservation finance structures. This initiative aims to address the increasing threats to natural habitats, particularly those exacerbated by the regional economic boom, by supporting local conservation efforts and ensuring the protection of these crucial areas for future generations.