Created in 1994, FMCN is a non-profit organization that works with other actors and sectors to provide strategic technical and financial support for the conservation of Mexico's natural heritage. In its 25 years, FMCN has given 2,163 donations benefiting 62,515 people. A total of 136 donors have entrusted their resources to FMCN, which has financially supported more than 300 partner organizations working to develop the capacity of more than 40,896 people to conserve and sustainably manage natural resources. Together with the federal government, FMCN channels funds to 53 natural protected areas, representing 5.6% of Mexico's land surface and 5.5% of its seas. FMCN partners support the conservation of 229 species at risk and work with communities to develop community-based enterprises dedicated to sustainability in the livestock, agriculture, fishing and forestry management sectors.