Creature Conserve
Mission: Creature Conserve is a Rhode Island-based nonprofit (501(c)(3)) dedicated to advancing wildlife conservation through the integration of art, science, and traditional ecological knowledge. By fostering collaboration among artists, scientists, and cultural experts, the organization creates new pathways for conservation that are inclusive, emotionally resonant, and globally accessible.
Founded: 2015
Region Served: Global
Independence Note: This profile is independently researched and provided for educational purposes. Art for Our Parks is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or partnered with Creature Conserve. Artists apply and donate directly through the organization’s official website.
Why This Matters to Artists
Creature Conserve provides a unique platform for artists to directly influence wildlife conservation through creative expression. By participating in exhibitions, workshops, and mentorship programs, artists can help translate scientific knowledge into emotionally engaging experiences that inspire conservation action worldwide.
Quick Facts
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Art-science conservation, mentorship, workshops, curatorial programs, scholarships & fellowships
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1,400+ program participants from 36 countries
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40,000+ people through exhibitions, media, and public events
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Tax-exempt nonprofit organization
Programs & Impact
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Juried exhibitions showcase collaborative art-science projects, giving artists and writers a platform to engage the public in meaningful conversations about wildlife conservation.
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Support for artists, writers, and experts fosters collaborations that explore the human connection to nature and promote conservation action.
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Hands-on workshops teach leadership skills and how to make conservation science accessible and engaging through creative approaches.
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Financial support enables individuals to pursue projects combining art and science, including stipends for creative time, materials, and travel.
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Projects have addressed diverse species — from moths and tropical frogs to beavers and whales — and broader topics like mapping unrecognized Indigenous lands and sharing water rights.
Ways Artists Can Help
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Ways Artists Can Help *
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Join exhibitions, workshops, or mentorship programs.
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Work with scientists and cultural experts to develop creative conservation projects.
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Support Creature Conserve’s programs, fellowships, and initiatives.
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Help raise awareness for conservation through your art and networks.
Call To Action:
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Call To Action: *
Support Innovative Conservation: Donate to Creature Conserve
Learn More & Get Involved: Explore Programs
Independence Note: Art for Our Parks is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or partnered with this organization. Artists interact directly with the organization through the official website.