Osa Vive!
Medio Ambiente y Conservación | Environment & Conservation
About
Osa Vive! is a Costa Rican nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the Southern Zone’s forests, water resources, and biodiversity. Through legal action, environmental investigations, and community advocacy, the organization works to stop illegal development projects and ensure compliance with Costa Rica’s environmental laws. Osa Vive! also promotes public awareness through education and outreach initiatives, helping strengthen environmental stewardship and responsible development. Its work protects critical ecosystems while preserving the natural resources that make the Southern Zone unique.
Impact
13 Active
Environmental Cases
2,000
Acres Protected
100 Ha
Saved from Development
Programs
Legal Action & Enforcement
Investigating illegal projects, preventing environmental damage, and pursuing legal accountability.
Public Education & Advocacy
Promoting environmental awareness through social media, public meetings, and community engagement.
Current Need
Osa Vive! is currently managing 13 active environmental cases covering approximately 2,000 acres across Costa Rica’s Southern Zone. Advancing these cases requires significant legal resources, as environmental litigation can take years and often involves multiple appeals. Financial support helps sustain ongoing investigations, legal action, and advocacy efforts that prevent illegal development and hold violators accountable. Continued funding ensures Osa Vive! can keep protecting forests, water resources, and the ecosystems that make the Southern Zone unique.
Growing Stronger Every Year
We’re proud to participate in Amigos of Costa Rica’s Transparency Badge System, which evaluates organizations across three key areas: financial stewardship, governance, and community impact.
Organizations are recognized at four levels of growth: Seed, Sprout, Sapling, and Tree, helping donors better understand each organization’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
The badges displayed below reflect our current achievements and our ongoing commitment to strengthening our organization and maximizing our impact.
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Governance
Impact
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