The Resource Conservation and Development Councils are authorized by the United States Congress and then organized as 501c(3) organizations so that local citizens can develop and carry out a proactive plan for social, economic, and environmental betterment of their own communities.

Southwestern NC RC&D Council is 1 of 10 councils in North Carolina and 1 of 375 in the United States. Our RC&D Council works closely with local governments, but is a stand alone non-profit organization.

Currently our staff consists of an Executive Director and an Administrator to carry out our programs. We also oversee Program Support Specialists to help USDA deliver Farm Bill Programs.

Through grants and service agreements, we have a consultant team that works on many agricultural, forestry and natural resource projects. In addition, our capacity is expanded greatly by partnering with County and State agencies and other non-profit organizations. We are active members of the North Carolina Association of RC&D Councils, the Southeastern Association of RC&D Councils, and hold a Director’s position on the National Association of RC&D Councils.