Fall 2022 Citizens Planning Academy
Apply now for our interactive, introductory course designed to lay the foundation for Greenville, SC-area residents to become more informed, effective, and influential participants in local land use planning and policy decision-making.
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We need your support.
Upstate Forever is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization relying on generous contributions from people like you. Here’s how you can help Upstate Forever defend your natural resources and promote balanced growth.
Give
- Become a member, renew your membership, join our monthly donors, or make a one-time donation on our online giving site. You can also mail a check (payable to Upstate Forever) to our office at 507 Pettigru Street, Greenville, SC, 29601.
- Do your online shopping through Amazon Smile, and Amazon will donate 0.5% of the purchase price to Upstate Forever
- Become an Upstate Legacy Partner, a group of Upstate Forever supporters who have made a lifetime gift and/or included our organization in their estate plans. View more information about planned giving
- Join the Wyche Society, which is open to all who give $2,500 or more annually.
Stay informed
- Join our email lists to receive general news or updates and action alerts dedicated to specific topics:
- Monthly Newsletter and General Interest Emails
- Greenville County Land Planning & Policy Issues
- Land Protection in the Upstate: News and Opportunities
- Planning & Growth Updates for Spartanburg County
- South Carolina Legislative Updates
- The Water Log
- Attend an event
- Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
Volunteer
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please fill out the Volunteer Application and Waiver form and send it to Cathy Bester at cbester@upstateforever.org.
You can also become a citizen water monitor through the SC Adopt A Stream program, which is led in partnership by SC Department of Health and Environmental Control and the CU Center for Watershed Excellence. Upstate Forever was instrumental in advocating for a statewide Adopt A Stream program.
Jobs
Upstate Forever has no open positions at this time. To receive updates about future opportunities, join our email newsletter list at upstateforever.org/email, or follow us on social media on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.
Internships
Upstate Forever does not have internships on a regular schedule, but we do occasionally engage interns for specific projects based on qualifications and availability. If you would like to be considered for future opportunities, please send your resume and cover letter to info@upstateforever.org.
What’s Happening
Saluda Grade Rail Trail
We are proud to be among several nonprofits working to transform the inactive Saluda Grade railroad corridor into an approximately 31-mile rail trail that would run from Inman, SC to Zirconia, NC.
Limited Edition Tees
Wear your Upstate pride while supporting our work. When you make a gift of $35 or more, we'll send you our brand new tee celebrating special species of the Upstate. Available in sage or cream while supplies last.
The Upstate Advocate
The latest issue shares the stories of six remarkable women leading the Upstate to a green, vibrant, and prosperous future, in addition to the latest news of our work across the region.
Our advocacy priorities
Our team advocates for local and state policies that will help further our mission to protect the critical lands, waters, and unique character of Upstate South Carolina.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
To realize our vision of a future that is healthy, vibrant, and prosperous for the Upstate, we know it is vitally important and essential to our core values that we engage the diverse community we serve.
Giving Back
Your planned gift can help us achieve our goals for current and future generations, while you enjoy a wide variety of tax benefits.
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