Community First

Public Benefit Program

At Stratum Group, we believe in the power of community and the importance of giving back. Our public benefit program offers discounts on our services to local nonprofit organizations working to make a lasting positive impact.

Why We Give Back


We recognize that nonprofits often operate on limited budgets, and by offering financial relief through discounted services or matching funds for grants, we aim to empower these organizations to achieve their missions more effectively.

Whether they are focused on the environment, health, education, or social justice, we want to ensure that local nonprofits have the resources they need to drive social good and create lasting positive change.

Stratum Group has been proud to support conservation organizations in protecting thousands of acres of sensitive habitat, water resource areas, old-growth forest, and critical farmland across the Pacific Northwest — and we look forward to supporting many more.

1,000sAcres of habitat protected through conservation work
100sPhase I ESAs completed for conservation acquisitions
13+Land trusts and conservation organizations served

Who Qualifies

The Public Benefit Program is open to registered nonprofit organizations whose work aligns with one or more of the following focus areas. We evaluate each inquiry individually.

Conservation & Environment


  • Land trusts and conservation organizations
  • Wildlife habitat preservation groups
  • Watershed and water quality organizations
  • Environmental advocacy nonprofits

Affordable Housing


  • Nonprofit housing developers
  • Community land trusts
  • Housing authorities
  • Organizations serving unhoused individuals

Community Support


  • Social services organizations
  • Educational nonprofits
  • Health and wellness organizations
  • Cultural and arts nonprofits

Discounted Services


Qualifying organizations can receive discounts across a range of environmental and geological consulting services. The specific discount is determined on a project-by-project basis depending on the nature of the work and the organization's needs.

We also work with organizations to help them navigate grant funding processes, including providing matching funds documentation where applicable.

  • Phase I Environmental Site Assessments
  • Geologic Hazard Assessments
  • NEPA & SEPA Environmental Reviews
  • Shoreline & Critical Areas Assessments

How to Apply

Get in Touch

If you have a project that you think may qualify for the Public Benefit Program, please contact our office and we'd be happy to discuss the work further.

There is no formal application process — just reach out and tell us about your organization and project.

Contact Us About Your Project

Organizations We Have Worked With

We are proud to have supported these organizations and we look forward to working with yours.

City of Bellingham
The Nature Conservancy
Whatcom Land Trust
Whidbey Camano Land Trust
North Olympic Land Trust
Western Rivers Conservancy
Bainbridge Island Land Trust
Chelan-Douglas Land Trust
Forterra Land Trust Alliance
Jefferson County Land Trust
Kulshan Community Land Trust
Okanogan Land Trust
Skagit Land Trust

Does your organization qualify?

We'd love to hear about your project. Reach out and let's talk about how Stratum Group can help your mission go further.