Sky above us.
Earth below us.
Nature within us.
About ACF
Aruba Conservation Foundation (ACF) is an independent and not-for-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of Aruba’s rich and diverse natural ecosystems.
As a custodian of protected areas and species in Aruba, ACF promotes sustainable practices that integrate environmental, social, cultural and economic objectives in meaningful ways to ensure that our island and its resources remain relevant for present and future generations.
34 endemic species
16 protected areas
Together for nature
Conservation
As we look towards the next ten years, we are committed to conserving Aruba’s natural and cultural heritage, as well as engaging and inspiring people to value and protect them. This journey of discovery cannot be completed overnight. However, with dedication in our hearts and a strong blueprint for success, we lead the way for the sustainable development of Aruba.
2019
Sea baby boom
Introduction of preliminary management plan for Parke Marino Aruba are put in place to conserve reefs, seagrass beds, and mangrove forests.
July 2003
How it all began
The “Fundacion Parke Nacional Arikok” (FPNA), known today as the Aruba Conservation Foundation was established in July 2003.
Feb 2017
Conserving nature
In February 2017, mangrove and wetland RAMSAR site #198 Spanish Lagoon were annexed to Aruba Conservation Foundation due to its importance as a feeding and breeding area for water birds and a nursery area for various marine organisms.
We raise our voice for the land
ACF Team
Tyson Lopez
Natasha Silva
“All the memories of my youth feature animals and nature in some way; a unique nature that is quintessentially Aruba.”
Focused for the future
Governance
Our two-tier governance structure helps ensure that decision-making processes are formal, transparent, and focused on the foundation’s overarching objectives. The ACF’s Multi-Annual Corporate Strategy serves as a roadmap guiding the organization towards becoming a future-proof conservation entity for the next 10 years.
