What we do

In the United States, A Rocha provides educational programs and hands-on conservation projects in communities across the nation. Our goal: restoring the environment and the people, plants and animals that depend upon it. Driven by local context, local need and local leadership, our exact efforts vary--ranging from organic gardens to watershed protection to habitat restoration to species monitoring. Whatever the focus, our work bears several distinctives:

Scientific research and conservation. We conduct research that furthers the understanding and protection of natural habitats and populations, especially those in urgent need, and use that research to guide our conservation projects.

The role of the church in caring for creation. We work to lead and equip the church toward a fuller understanding and a more active expression of its biblical mandate to steward the Earth.

The needs of human beings. We work to integrate and balance the needs of humans with those of the nonhuman world for the benefit and protection of both.

Open participation. We welcome and encourage people of all backgrounds and faiths to be a part of the work.

The example of Christ. We endeavor to be a living expression to all with whom we work of Christ's love and concern for all of His creation.

Hope. In the face of ever-increasing environmental degradation, we bring a message of hope based on the help of God the Creator who cares for His creation.

In addition to our efforts in the United States, A Rocha USA supports our sister organizations abroad through financial assistance, publicity and the sending of volunteers.