LTV members and volunteers hail from all parts of Virginia and include people who:



Want to permanently protect their land`s irreplaceable natural resources,

Support fiscally responsible conservation efforts, and

Donate their time, expertise, and resources to preserving the history and beauty of Virginia`s countryside.



Using a legal tool called a permanent conservation easement, the Land Trust of Virginia helps landowners to voluntarily limit development while keeping the land open for forestry, farming, and recreation. In most cases, the property remains in private ownership with the peace of mind that it is protected now and forever.



The Land Trust of Virginia has a number of active and proposed conservation projects designed, in a strategic way, to save and preserve the best of our scenic and historic landscapes. We are always looking for individual, group, or corporate donors who want to make a major commitment to one or more of the programs.



More specifically, the Land Trust of Virginia:



Assists property owners who want to put their land into an easement

Monitors land under easement to document its condition and inspect for violations

Works with local communities to identify and preserve important resources

Funds additional donor-supported initiatives that provide focused support to local and statewide preservation projects

Joins with conservation organizations across Virginia to protect its rural landscape

Lists eased properties for sale

Working with our members and volunteers, state agencies and other conservation organizations, the Land Trust of Virginia preserves thousands of acres of Virginia`s open spaces — forever.