The mission of the Black Food Sovereignty Coalition (BFSC) is to ignite Black and Brown communities to participate as owners and movement leaders within food systems, placemaking, and economic development. The primary goal of BFSC is to support building strong organizational governance, land justice, and program development networks throughout the Pacific Northwest focused on three core areas: food, place and wealth.

Protect and interpret our valuable natural and cultural resources; balance demand for recreation with the need for conservation; offer various enjoyable recreational activities that encourage healthy lifestyles; and provide clean, safe, and accessible places.

The mission of Black Soil KY is to reconnect Black Kentuckians to their heritage and legacy in agriculture.

The mission of the Council and Friends group is to restore, enhance, and preserve the physical, historical, and cultural integrity of the Blackstone River, its watershed, and its ecosystem. Through public advocacy, education, recreation, stewardship, and the promotion of the unique Blackstone Valley resource, they are dedicated to making the Blackstone River fishable and swimmable. All of the programs provide opportunities to volunteer, including cleanups, education, and work with local municipalities, to bring this great river and its surrounding watersheds back to its natural and majestic state and create recreational programs for the local residents to enjoy.

The Blackstone River and its tributaries are splendid places to uncover. The BVTC offers watershed education classroom programs for schools, youth organizations, and others pursuing STEM programs. They also offer programs for the general public that are both informational and relaxing.

Blandford Nature Center aims to engage and empower the community through enriching experiences in nature.