Support Our Work

We need your support

Your generous donation helps us continue our mission to protect critical lands, waters, and the unique character of Upstate South Carolina. Upstate Forever is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit — EIN: 57-1070433 — and your gift is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Here’s how you can help Upstate Forever defend your natural resources and promote balanced growth.

One-Time Gift

Make a gift today by donating online or mailing a check.

Recurring Donation

Make an impact all year long by setting up a monthly or quarterly gift.

Planned Giving

Learn more about including Upstate Forever in your estate plans.

If you prefer to donate via check, please make the check payable to Upstate Forever. Mail your check to Upstate Forever, 507 Pettigru St., Greenville, SC 29601.

Why we give

Taking care of our natural wealth

"We have great admiration for Tommy Wyche’s legacy, and the continuation of his conservation efforts by Brad Wyche and Upstate Forever. There is no other organization in the Upstate that works so efficiently to foster dialogue between different constituencies, and to balance development and conservation forces. Thank you, Upstate Forever, for taking care of the natural wealth of this region." – Drew & Sofia Kearns, UF supporters since 2008

Preserving diverse beauty

"We believe in the interconnected web of life... Upstate Forever’s work helps preserve and further this web for the benefit of everyone. I’ve seen, firsthand, the damage that can happen when communities don’t have an advocate like Upstate Forever — from living 'next door' to the explosive, uncontrolled growth in Gwinnett County, GA in the 1980s to the algal bloom on Lake Greenwood. We give because of our shared values and hope their work will preserve the diverse beauty of our region for generations." – Chip & Carol Radford, UF supporters since 2003

Dedicated to the future

"We are grateful for the way Upstate Forever is dedicated to the future of our corner of South Carolina. The Upstate has been home to my family for generations, and like so many others, it is a special place for us. We believe the ideal version of our region revolves around its natural spaces, absent of sprawl. Our rapidly growing population proves many others agree. We have a fleeting opportunity to protect what remains of these qualities. We must think differently and grow thoughtfully in order for the Upstate to continue to be the best version of itself." – Clark and Katie Gallivan, UF supporters since 2003

Collaborative approach

"Upstate Forever has proven that a collaborative approach to balancing growth with the protection of natural resources is successful. They are tirelessly vigilant when opposing irresponsible development and steadfast in their support of local farms, expansion of public access to greenspace, and protection of water quality. They are the unsung heroes of the Upstate." – Laura & Johnathan Bain, UF supporters since 2010

Explore more ways to give

Join the Wyche Society

Honor the Wyche family legacy by providing leadership support to Upstate Forever. Become a member

Join the Legacy Society

Become a legacy partner by including Upstate Forever in your estate plans. Plan your legacy gift

Questions about your gift?

Please contact Gift Processing & Database Coordinator Ava Thacker at giving@upstateforever.org.