Protect Wild Florida – Get Involved🌿
At The FloBro Show, we believe protecting Florida’s wild ecosystems and wildlife is bigger than politics—it’s about preserving the place we all call home. This page is designed to give everyone, regardless of affiliation or background, the tools to take meaningful action. You’ll find a list of trusted conservation organizations to support, so you can explore their missions, choose the ones that resonate with you, and join the effort to keep Florida wild for generations to come.
We’re also open to suggestions—if you know of an organization that should be included, let us know and we’ll be happy to review it for consideration.
🌎 Statewide Conservation & Advocacy
These organizations work across Florida to shape policy, protect habitats, and fight for the future of our ecosystems. They’re tackling the big-picture issues that impact our land, water, and wildlife statewide.
1000 Friends of Florida — Advocates for smart-growth planning and preserving special places in Florida.
Website: www.1000fof.org
All Florida — A coalition of advocates, outdoorsmen, artists, and families working statewide to protect Florida’s woods, water, wildlife, and way of life.
Website: www.allfla.org
Conservation Florida — Protects Florida’s natural and agricultural landscapes through land conservation.
Website: www.floridaconserve.org
Defenders of Wildlife — National nonprofit with Florida programs to protect endangered species and habitats.
Website: www.defenders.org
Florida Wildlife Federation — A statewide nonprofit founded in 1936, dedicated to conserving Florida’s water, wildlife, and wild spaces through education, advocacy, and science-based stewardship. Their work spans grassroots organizing, policy advocacy, and litigation at local, state, and federal levels to protect habitats, restore ecosystems, and empower conservationists across Florida.
Website: www.floridawildlifefederation.org
FL Springs Council — Coalition working to restore and protect Florida’s freshwater springs.
Website: www.floridaspringscouncil.org
Florida Keepers — Grassroots advocacy group working to unite Floridians in protecting ecosystems and wildlife.
Website: www.floridakeepers.com
Florida Springs Institute — Science-based nonprofit working to restore and protect Florida’s springs.
Website: www.floridaspringsinstitute.org
Florida Trail Association — Maintains the Florida National Scenic Trail and promotes hiking and conservation.
Website: www.floridatrail.org
Florida Wildlife Federation — Works through advocacy, education, and stewardship to conserve Florida’s wildlife and habitats.
Website: www.floridawildlifefederation.org
Nature Conservancy — Global nonprofit with major programs in Florida to protect land and water.
Website: www.nature.org
Sierra Club — National environmental nonprofit with chapters active in Florida.
Website: www.sierraclub.org
Sierra Club Florida — State chapter advocating for clean energy, land, and water protection.
Website: www.sierraclub.org/florida
🐊 Regional & Local Conservation Groups
These community-based groups focus on protecting Florida’s natural treasures close to home. From rivers and springs to forests and coasts, they’re leading the charge in their own backyards.
Alachua Audubon Society — Protects birds and wildlife habitats through education and conservation in Alachua County.
Website: www.alachuaaudubon.org
Archbold Biological Station — Conducts ecological research and conservation in Central Florida’s unique ecosystems.
Website: www.archbold-station.org
Ashton Biological Preserve — Conserves Florida’s amphibians and reptiles through research and habitat protection.
Website: www.ashtonbiodiversity.com
Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium — Provides nature education and wildlife rehabilitation in Fort Myers.
Website: www.calusanature.org
Conservancy of Southwest Florida — Protects water, land, and wildlife in SW Florida through science, education, and policy.
Website: www.conservancy.org
Everglades Law Center — Provides legal advocacy for Everglades and South Florida ecosystem protection.
Website: www.evergladeslaw.org
Friends of the Everglades — Founded by Marjory Stoneman Douglas, advocating for Everglades protection through grassroots action.
Website: www.everglades.org/about
Friends of Myakka River — Supports protection of Myakka River and its surrounding ecosystems.
Website: www.friendsofmyakkariver.org
Friends of Split Oak Forest — Grassroots group dedicated to protecting Split Oak Forest from development.
Website: www.friendsofsplitoak.org
Keys Last Stand — Works to protect the natural environment of the Florida Keys.
Website: www.keyslaststand.org
Our Santa Fe River — Protects the Santa Fe River through advocacy and community education.
Website: www.oursantaferiver.org
Rainbow River Conservation — Works to protect Rainbow River in Marion County.
Website: www.rainbowriverconservation.org
Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) — Protects and restores coastal habitats and wildlife on Sanibel and Captiva Islands.
Website: www.sccf.org
Save Split Oak — Grassroots campaign to stop development in Split Oak Forest.
Website: www.savesplitoak.org
Tree Hill Nature Center — Jacksonville nonprofit providing environmental education and wildlife care.
Website: www.treehill.org
Weedon Island Preserve — Nature preserve in Tampa Bay focused on habitat and archaeological site protection.
Website: www.weedonislandpreserve.org
🦉 Wildlife Rescue, Rehab & Education
These sanctuaries, rescues, and rehab centers are on the front lines caring for Florida’s injured and orphaned wildlife. They give animals a second chance and inspire us all to protect native species.
Lubee Bat Conservancy — Global center in Gainesville for fruit bat conservation, education, and research.
Website: www.lubee.org
North Florida Wildlife Center — Wildlife education and conservation center in North Florida.
Website: www.northfloridawildlife.org
Owl's Nest Sanctuary for Wildlife — Rescues, rehabilitates, and releases Florida’s native wildlife.
Website: www.owlsnestsanctuaryforwildlife.com
Sunset Wildlife Connection — Wildlife outreach and rehabilitation organization.
Website: www.sunsetwildlifeconnection.org
🐾 Animal Advocacy & Protection
Bear Warriors — Advocates for the protection of Florida black bears and their habitats.
Website: www.bearwarriorsunited.com
Humane Society — National animal welfare group with programs supporting Florida wildlife and pets.
Website: www.humanesociety.org
Wildlife Voice — Advocacy group giving a voice to wildlife through campaigns and education.
Website: www.wildlifevoice.org
🐢 Reptile, Amphibian & Herp Organizations
Association of Reptiles & Amphibian Vets — Veterinary group dedicated to reptile and amphibian health and conservation.
Website: www.arav.org
Calusa Herp Society SW FL — Southwest Florida group promoting education and conservation of reptiles and amphibians.
Website: www.calusaherp.org
Gopher Tortoise Council — Dedicated to the conservation of gopher tortoises and upland ecosystems.
Website: www.gophertortoisecouncil.org
Jacksonville Herp Society — Promotes reptile and amphibian conservation and responsible husbandry.
Website: www.jaxherpsociety.org
The Rattlesnake Conservancy — Focused on rattlesnake research, conservation, and education.
Website: www.savethebuzztails.org
Turtle Survival Alliance — Global partnership committed to saving turtles from extinction.
Website: www.turtlesurvival.org
USARK — Advocates for responsible reptile keeping and herpetoculture rights.
Website: www.usark.org
🌊 Marine & Water Conservation
Florida’s lifeblood is water — from the springs to the reefs to the Gulf and Atlantic coasts. These organizations are working to restore, protect, and preserve the marine and freshwater systems that define our state.
Captains for Clean Water — Grassroots nonprofit working to restore and protect Florida’s waters through education and advocacy.
Website: www.captainsforcleanwater.org
ICARE Coral — Focused on coral reef restoration and marine conservation in the Florida Keys.
Website: www.icareaboutcoral.org
MOTE — Marine laboratory and aquarium conducting world-class ocean research in Sarasota.
Website: www.mote.org
🌱 Community, Education & Misc.
Native Plant Society — Promotes the preservation and use of native plants across Florida.
Website: www.fnps.org
UF Wildlife Society — University of Florida student chapter dedicated to wildlife conservation.
Website: www.ufwildlifesociety.com