Together we can save our caves.
Caves are vital environmental resources, but many are at risk.
You can help save them from destruction.
Photo by A. Cressler
You can help save them from destruction.
Why should you care about caves?
More than just geological wonders, caves have tremendous scientific and historical value.
Fragile ecosystems
Cave formations take thousands of years to form, and they are easily damaged or destroyed.
Endangered species
Caves are home to 1000+ species, 95% are considered vulnerable or imperiled.
Preserving history
Caves contain historic and archaeological artifacts, from prehistoric bones to Native American cave writings.
We believe that caves are resources worth protecting.
That’s why we focus on Conservation, Education, and Recreation.
We’re the largest land conservancy in the world solely focused on protecting caves.
Conservation
We work to protect and preserve caves for you, for future generations, and for the hundreds of vulnerable and imperiled species that call them home.
Education
Not only are caves amazing to experience, they also have tremendous scientific and historical value. We love to teach people about these underground wonders.
Recreation
Exploring a cave is a unique and fascinating adventure. We want more people to experience and enjoy all that caves have to offer, safely and responsibly.
You can help safeguard these natural underground treasures.
1
You donate
Give a one-time donation or pledge to give monthly.
2
We protect
We use funds to acquire and manage fragile cave environments.
3
Caves survive
Working together, we can preserve and enjoy more caves, now and for future generations.
Give at least $40 to qualify for membership benefits.
"Buying caves to preserve and protect them is a noble endeavor. It is what SCCi is known for. But effective preservation and protection is often impossible without good scientific research to identify needs and best management practices. SCCi's Science Awards Program helps assure their caves are sustainably managed, and supports both established and young scientists' focus on much needed cave and karst research."
Dr. George Veni
Former Executive Director
National Cave and Karst Research Institute
President, International Union of Speleology
Former Executive Director
National Cave and Karst Research Institute
President, International Union of Speleology
Wonder and beauty lie just beneath the earth’s surface.
