TLC is a nonprofit land trust founded in 1983 with the mission to create a healthier and more vibrant Triangle region by safeguarding clean water, protecting natural habitats, supporting local farms and food, and connecting people with nature. TLC accomplishes this mission through land protection and stewardship, catalyzing community action, and collaboration. Since its founding, TLC has helped protect nearly 23,000 acres of land and 168 stream miles in the Triangle using conservation easements and land purchases. TLC owns and manages 8 nature preserves offering more than 55 miles of trails. Seven preserves are free and open to the public and one is a working farm used by more than 700 children and refugee farmers each year.