Nature · Communities · Planet
We design and implement nature-based solutions for ecosystems, water, and the people who depend on both.
Our mission
We support communities and partners to protect ecosystems, restore balance, and create a more sustainable future for all. Our work is practical, measured, and shared openly — so progress is something you can see.
This is why we exist
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01 · Where we focus
We work to protect ecosystems and biodiversity — the forests, wetlands, and waters that sustain life on land and below the surface.
02 · Where we focus
We strengthen local solutions and back the people closest to the land, so the change we make is owned where it happens and built to last.
03 · Where we focus
We advance climate action and nature-based solutions — working toward measurable progress for a healthier planet, shared openly as we grow.
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Our leadership
A dedicated board and executive team united by a commitment to nature, communities, and measurable impact.
Chief Executive Officer
Neeraj Narayan is an entrepreneur and sustainability executive focused on nature-based solutions that strengthen water systems, biodiversity, and community resilience. A former Nike sustainability leader, he brings deep experience in supply chains, climate impact, and building organizations for lasting change.
Chief Operating Officer
We are building our executive team. If you are passionate about nature, communities, and impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Board of Directors
Board Director
Co-founder of Nature Impact Foundation and its Chief Executive Officer. Neeraj brings entrepreneurial leadership and deep expertise in sustainability, water stewardship, and nature-based solutions.
Board Director
Jevon Crafts brings over 13 years of business management and operational leadership experience, with a background spanning Nike, KEEN, and executive operations roles. He contributes strong analytical and organizational expertise to the Foundation's governance.
Board Director
We are building our board. More announcements soon.
Board Director
We are building our board. More announcements soon.
How we work
We start with science. Every project is grounded in ecological data, local knowledge, and a clear understanding of what the ecosystem needs.
We design solutions with the people closest to the land — not for them. Local ownership is what makes change last.
We implement practical, proven approaches that work with nature — restoring watersheds, protecting biodiversity, and building climate resilience.
We track progress against clear targets and share results openly — so accountability is built into everything we do.
What we protect
The world's forests absorb 2.6 billion tonnes of CO₂ every year. They are the backbone of biodiversity and the global water cycle.
Wetlands cover just 6% of Earth's surface but support 40% of all species — and filter the water that billions of people depend on.
Oceans produce half the world's oxygen and regulate our climate. Healthy coastlines protect millions from extreme weather and rising seas.
Grasslands store a third of the world's land carbon and sustain communities who have lived in balance with nature for generations.
Join us
We are building partnerships with organizations, communities, and individuals who believe nature and people thrive together. If that sounds like you, let's talk.
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