Investing in the Future of Wild Florida
Live Wildly Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that applies an entrepreneurial approach to the conservation of half the State of Florida while seeking to balance smart growth, a robust economy and a connected, resilient landscape.
OUR
COMMITMENT
Live Wildly Foundation advances conservation in Florida by creating diverse coalitions, fostering collaboration, and empowering stakeholders. In partnership with Bellini Better World, Live Wildly strives to achieve a harmonious and sustainable future where economic prosperity coexists with a thriving and resilient ecological landscape.
MEET THE TEAM
WHAT WE DO
Live Wildly Foundation invests in partners to help guide our work on a variety of environmental initiatives including:
- Land protection and connectivity
- Land management and restoration
- Water quality and quantity
- Climate resilience
- Smart development
- Conservation Innovation
CURRENT & PAST
GRANTEES
Learn more about our grant recipients.
RECIPIENTS
OUR GRANT MAKING PROCESS
At this time, Live Wildly Foundation provides grants on an invitation-only basis. Once past our initial screening process we will invite potential grantees to submit a proposal and a budget to be reviewed by our grant making committee.
OUR IMPACT
SPONSORING
REPORTS AND RESOURCES
NEWS
Tech founder Helps Push New Conservation Program to Finish Line in the Legislature
A Tampa technology company founder has helped drive a nearly successful push to create and fund a new $300 million state conservation land acquisition program.
Outdoor Recreation Now Contributes More than $1 Trillion to the U.S. Economy
The outdoor recreation economy is outpacing domestic growth.
Florida State Parks Foundation, Live Wildly to Host “Explore the Corridor” Week to Celebrate Volunteering Opportunities in State Parks
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida State Parks Foundation and Live Wildly announced “Explore the Corridor Week,” a statewide public volunteering drive to be held at 40 of Florida’s award-winning state parks between Jan. 27 and Feb. 4, 2024.
Seminole Gulf Railway Agrees to Sell Land for Bonita-Estero Trail Project
After four years of negotiations, Seminole Gulf Railway has agreed to sell its 14.9-mile Bonita-Estero rail corridor for a public pedestrian and biking trail.
Florida Senate Passes Bill to Boost Wildlife Corridor Land Buys
“The ‘Compact to Conserve’ invests in the strategic expansion of our wildlife corridor and will help protect endangered native species, including the Florida panther,” the Senate president said.
Conservation Group Celebrates Establishment of Everglades to Gulf Conservation Area
Region spans 12 counties west of Lake Okeechobee, Including watersheds critical to Florida’s water quality.
LIVE
WILDLY
VALUES
Positive
We know by working together, we can keep Wild Florida healthy and productive – today and into the future – for the diverse communities and species it supports.
Pragmatic
We welcome all stakeholders in Wild Florida – farmers, conservationists, businesses, and others – to help find common solutions that meet the needs of people and nature.
Productive
We ensure our work is efficient and effective, moving at the speed needed to protect Wild Florida against land use change and other growing challenges.