Mission
The Amazon Conservation Team (ACT) is dedicated to protecting the Amazon rainforest through partnerships with indigenous peoples and local communities. ACT empowers these communities to defend their ancestral territories and cultural heritage while implementing conservation strategies that benefit both the environment and the people living in these ecosystems.
Basic Information
Founded in
1998
EIN
54-1915987
Total Assets
$22.74 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Territorial Justice
Stories of how our work empowers communities to manage and preserve critical ecosystems.

Indigenous Knowledge Revitalization
Inauguration of the new Indigenous Cultural Center for health and cultural preservation.

Impact of Forest Fires
Discussion on the impact and implications of forest fires in the Amazon.
Impact Stats
Posts Constructed
Community Ranger Posts
Community ranger and park guard posts constructed to safeguard indigenous territories.
Acres Protected
Acres of Protected Land
Acres of national parks, plant sanctuaries, national cultural monuments, and civil society nature reserves established.
Acres Expansed
Indigenous Reserve Expansions
Acres mapped of partners' territories and protected areas.
Our Programs
Ancestral Tides
Protecting coastal ecosystems and sea turtles with indigenous-led conservation efforts.
Learn MoreImpact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
68
52
/100
Program Expense Ratio
80.49%
14
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.009848
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
2.175
14
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 4.134M | 126.76% |
Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
Investment Income | 615.2K | 18.86% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | -1.617M | -49.60% |
Other Notable Sources | 129.7K | 3.98% |
Total Revenue | 3.261M | 100.00% |
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