Protect Big Bend. Defend the Rio Grande.
Grassroots conservation protecting an American national treasure — the habitats, wildlife corridors, and water systems of the Big Bend region.
Our Mission
The Big Bend Protection Alliance is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the long-term ecological health of the Big Bend region—one of the most remote, biologically rich, and threatened landscapes in North America.
We work through community education, scientific partnerships, and lawful advocacy to safeguard the Rio Grande, migratory wildlife corridors, and desert ecosystems for current and future generations.
Why It Matters
Habitat Fragmentation
Infrastructure and land-use changes are breaking apart the continuous habitats that native species depend on for survival.
Wildlife Corridors
Jaguar, black bear, and hundreds of migratory birds require uninterrupted corridors stretching from Mexico through Texas.
River Ecology
The Rio Grande is one of the most endangered rivers in North America. Flow reductions and pollution threaten its entire watershed.
Desert Biodiversity
The Chihuahuan Desert hosts more plant and animal diversity than almost any other desert on Earth—much of it still undocumented.
Climate Vulnerability
Rising temperatures and prolonged drought amplify every other threat. Healthy ecosystems provide resilience against these changes.
Community Livelihoods
Ranchers, Indigenous communities, and small towns depend on clean water and healthy land. Conservation and community go hand in hand.
What We Do
Community Education
We host workshops, field trips, and online resources to help residents and visitors understand the region's ecology and what's at stake.
Conservation Support
We partner with scientists, land trusts, and Indigenous stewards to support on-the-ground habitat protection and restoration projects.
Lawful Advocacy
We participate in public comment processes, engage with federal and state agencies, and support evidence-based policy at every level.
Community Organizing
We build coalitions across ranching families, border communities, outdoor recreationists, and conservation groups to amplify shared values.
Support Our Work
Your gift funds habitat protection, community education, and lawful advocacy across the Big Bend region. As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, every contribution is tax-deductible.
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Big Bend Protection Alliance is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
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Get Involved
Learn how you can help protect the Big Bend region and take action today.
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Tools & Resources →Frequently Asked Questions
Big Bend National Park is federal public land — it belongs to every American, in all 50 states. The decisions shaping its future are made in Washington with your tax dollars, and what it protects is a national inheritance: continent-scale wildlife corridors, the Rio Grande, and the darkest night skies of any national park in the lower 48. Your voice counts wherever you live.
No. The Big Bend Protection Alliance is a non-partisan, nonprofit conservation organization. We do not support or oppose any political party or candidate. Our work is grounded in science and community values, not politics.
We are a national movement of conservationists, researchers, and concerned citizens who partner with Big Bend residents, ranchers, Indigenous stewards, and local communities to protect this irreplaceable landscape.
Volunteer opportunities range from field restoration days to digital outreach and legal research. Visit nobigbendwall.com, sign up for our email list, or contact us directly to find the best fit for your skills and availability.
Absolutely. We believe conservation and community go hand in hand. We work alongside local residents and stakeholders because their knowledge and stewardship are essential to any lasting solution.