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Upstate Forever is a nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to protecting the critical lands, abundant waters, and unique character of Upstate South Carolina.

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Land Conservation
Clean Water
Land Planning & Policy
Energy
State Policy

Land Conservation

We partner with public and private landowners, partner organizations, and funders to protect and steward special places in our region.

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Clean Water

We work to protect water quality and quantity, ensuring that our streams, rivers, and lakes remain healthy for the benefit of all Upstate residents.

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Land Planning & Policy

We work at the local level to promote more balanced land development policies in our rapidly growing region.

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Energy

We advocate for viable alternatives to unnecessary energy infrastructure while participating at the SC Public Service Commission and looking out for ratepayers' rights.

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State Policy

We collaborate with lawmakers, partner organizations, citizens, utilities, business leaders, and state agencies to represent the Upstate's interests at the State House.

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Inside the Process: Local Planning & State Advocacy Mixer

Inside the Process: Local Planning & State Advocacy Mixer

June 25, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Upstate Forever’s State Policy and Land Planning & Policy teams invite you to an evening of fun, food, and advocacy education exploring the 2026 local and state policy landscape.

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Annual Meeting

Annual Meeting

October 4, 2026 | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Save the date for Upstate Forever's Annual Meeting! We'll be celebrating again this year at Elf Leaf Farm in Landrum on Sunday, October 4 from 2:00-5:00 pm.

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Latest Blogs

May 19, 2026

Give these native spring 'weeds' a chance and support local pollinators

May 14, 2026

Recently protected properties

May 13, 2026

Spotlight on: Upstate Land Conservation Fund

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Greenville, SC 29601

Spartanburg, SC
900 S. Pine St, Ste 1B
Spartanburg, SC 29302

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