Something good is on the horizon.
We are a collaboration of community-led organizations and leaders who love our Appalachian home. We aim to enhance the resilience of Appalachian families, organizations, and the community of nature that sustains us in this beautiful place. We support a broad network of effective local organizations and leaders.
Our work is just beginning and we want you to be a part of it.
We are Appalachia Rising.
Our Mission
We support the diversity of life, natural climate solutions, and healthy local communities by protecting the lands and waters of Appalachia.
Our Vision
We envision a future in which the health and resilience of diverse ecosystems and local communities of Appalachia are forever cherished and sustained.
Our Approach
Connect organizations and networks that foster equity and respect Appalachian culture.
Protect natural landscapes to promote and restore biodiversity.
Advance nature-based solutions that build climate resilience and address the climate crisis.
Appalachia Rising Impact Area
Appalachia Rising focuses on the Central and Southern Appalachian Mountains, the rivers and streams that flow out of those mountains, and local communities sustained by the region’s lands and waters. This is one of the most important regions in the world for sustaining nature, ensuring a stable climate, and nurturing healthy communities.
This is an initiative sponsored by Re:wild.