The Susquehanna Greenway Partnership

What The Susquehanna Greenway Partnership does

The Susquehanna Greenway Partnership (SGP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2006 and headquartered (mailing address) in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, that operates as the central coordinating body for the 500-mile Susquehanna Greenway corridor along the Susquehanna River. The organization maintains a digital platform built around an online interactive map covering trails, boat launches, parks, river towns, and now outdoor recreation businesses, paired with a 500-mile Water Trail system segmented into North Branch, West Branch, Middle Section, and Lower Section sections. Supporting technology assets include waterproof paddling maps sold through an e-commerce shop, a YouTube channel, and social profiles on Facebook and Instagram. The product portfolio spans the Susquehanna Greenway Adventure Book (free for educators via Constellation funding), the annual Susquehanna Greenway Outdoor Expo (3,000+ attendees in 2025; fifth year in 2026), the Mini-Grant Program ($40,000 awarded to six organizations in Round 4), the River Towns Program, West Branch Paddle Club, Cleanup Month, Annual Photo Contest, and Susquehanna Stories.

SGP serves four primary segments: outdoor recreation enthusiasts seeking trail, paddling, and waterway access; river town communities along the corridor seeking tourism and access improvements; nonprofit organizations and local governments seeking grant funding through the Mini-Grant Program; and educators and youth programs seeking free curriculum-aligned materials. Revenue is generated through a hybrid nonprofit model combining tax-deductible donations, Pennsylvania DCNR Community Conservation Partnership Program grants, merchandise and waterproof map sales at $10-$25 per unit, event sponsorships and participation fees, and pass-through administration of the DCNR-funded Mini-Grant Program. The organization runs a lean operation of three core staff (Executive Director Alana Jajko, Programs Coordinator Katie Caputo, Administrative and Operations Assistant Nina Riggle) supplemented by two AmeriCorps members and one Susquehanna University intern, working in coordination with three regional water trail managers, multiple Audubon societies, PA Master Naturalist, and county and state agencies.

Name

The Susquehanna Greenway Partnership

Legal name

Susquehanna Greenway Partnership

Website

https://susquehannagreenway.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Susquehanna Greenway Partnership is a Pennsylvania-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2006 that coordinates the 500-mile Susquehanna Greenway corridor, providing interactive trail mapping, waterproof paddling maps, grants, and educational programming to outdoor recreation users, river town communities, nonprofits, and educators.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Conservation and Environmental Services

NAICS

Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (71219), Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water (4872)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Transportation & Access Services (Shuttles, Ferry Access, Scenic Drives Permits) (THAAAGAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

River & Wetland Ecotours (Canoe/Kayak, Mangrove/Swamp Tours) (THAAAEAE), Community Development & Neighborhood Revitalization (CDBG, Place-Based Initiatives) (BPAIANAE), Sustainable Cities, Urban Development & Green Infrastructure (BPADALAL)

Keywords

• Trail corridor management
• River conservation programs
• Outdoor recreation resources
• Community grant administration
• Environmental education outreach

Headquarters

HQ city

Lewisburg

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Contributions: Tax-deductible charitable contributions from individuals, foundations, and corporations supporting conservation and outdoor recreation mission
2. Merchandise and Publications Sales: Sale of water trail maps and guides (priced at $10-$25 per map), outdoor merchandise, and educational materials through the SGP online shop
3. Event Revenue: Sponsorships and participation fees from events such as the Susquehanna Greenway Outdoor Expo
4. Grants and Government Funding: Funding from Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) Community Conservation Partnership Program and other government sources for conservation and recreation projects
5. Mini-Grant Program Administration: SGP administers a mini-grant program funded by DCNR that distributes grants to community organizations for outdoor access and conservation projects

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Susquehanna Greenway Partnership is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that functions as the corridor manager for the 500-mile Susquehanna Greenway along Pennsylvania's Susquehanna River. It provides trail and corridor resources, interactive maps, educational materials, River Towns programming, mini-grant funding, and community engagement events to outdoor-recreation users, educators, and partner municipalities across the river basin.

Product overview

The Susquehanna Greenway Partnership operates a platform of interconnected outdoor recreation and conservation programs. The core offerings include an Online Interactive Map serving as the central discovery tool, paired with Land Trails and Water Trails (500-mile paddling network) providing detailed trail and route information. Supporting programs include the Mini-Grant Program funding community projects, the annual Susquehanna Greenway Outdoor Expo (5th year in 2026), River Towns Program for community development, West Branch Paddle Club for paddler engagement, Susquehanna Stories for community storytelling, and an Annual Photo Contest. Educational products include the Susquehanna Greenway Adventure Book (free for schools) and Water Trail Maps & Guides (sold in the online shop). Featured parks include Susquehanna Riverlands (1,200 acres) and Wildwood Park (210 acres) in Harrisburg. The organization functions as a nonprofit corridor manager rather than a software product company.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• River Towns Program Community program that supports and engages designated River Towns along the Susquehanna Greenway, helping them deliver local trail, riverfront, and conservation initiatives.
• Mini-Grants Program Grant-funding program administered by SGP to award small grants to community partners for greenway-related projects and programs.
• Educator Material Distribution Program that provides environmental-education materials to teachers and schools to support greenway and river-based learning.
• Interactive Susquehanna Greenway Map Interactive web-based map that helps outdoor users locate trails, river access points, and points of interest along the 500-mile Susquehanna Greenway.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3,000+ attendees at 2025 Outdoor Expo, with continued growth expected for 2026 event
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• ConstellationcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerConstellation, an energy company, provided grant funding enabling SGP to distribute the Susquehanna Greenway Adventure Book free of charge to educators and youth-serving organizations across Pennsylvania.
• Greater Wyoming Valley Audubon SocietycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborates with SGP and PA Master Naturalist to offer guided bird walks at the Susquehanna Riverlands in Berwick, supporting environmental education and wildlife appreciation along the river corridor.
• Lycoming Audubon SocietycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartners with SGP and PA Master Naturalist to provide guided bird walks at the Robert Porter Allen Natural Area in South Williamsport, offering educational outdoor experiences celebrating Earth Day.
• PA Master NaturalistcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProgram collaborates with SGP on environmental education initiatives including guided bird walks and outdoor programming that connects people with the Susquehanna River ecosystem.
• Susquehanna River Trail Association (SRTA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSRTA serves as water trail manager for the Middle Section of the Susquehanna River Water Trail, maintaining island campsites and providing paddling resources that complement SGP's programming.
• Susquehanna National Heritage Area (SNHA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSNHA serves as water trail manager for portions of the Susquehanna River Water Trail, working with SGP to promote and improve access to outdoor recreation along the river corridor.
• Endless Mountains Heritage Region (EMHR)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEMHR serves as water trail manager for the North Branch section of the Susquehanna River Water Trail, supporting paddling access and promotion in the northern reaches of the Greenway.
• National Audubon SocietycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Susquehanna Riverlands is designated as an Important Bird Area by the National Audubon Society, recognizing its significance for over 230 bird species and supporting conservation efforts.
• Merrill W. Linn Land & Waterways ConservancycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal conservancy focused on preserving ecologically significant sites in Union and upper Northumberland counties. SGP awarded them a mini-grant for trailhead and kayak launch signage at Dale's Ridge Trail and Buffalo Creek Water Trail.
• Union County Conservation District (UCCD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUCCD works with Merrill W. Linn Conservancy and Buffalo Creek Watershed Alliance on stream restoration, riparian buffer projects, and nutrient retention initiatives throughout Union County.
• Buffalo Creek Watershed Alliance (BCWA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliate of Merrill W. Linn Conservancy working to preserve and protect ecologically significant sites in Union and upper Northumberland counties, partnering on conservation projects with SGP.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/susquehannagreenway/?hl=en
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/susquehanna-greenway-partnership

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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