Heritage trusts are organizations that focus on preserving and protecting cultural, historical, and natural heritage. They often manage properties, artifacts, or landscapes that hold significant value to a community or society. By securing funding and support, heritage trusts work to maintain these sites for future generations, ensuring that important stories and traditions are not lost. These trusts can operate at various levels, including local, national, or international. They may collaborate with governments, non-profits, and community groups to promote awareness and education about heritage conservation. Examples of heritage trusts include the National Trust in the United Kingdom and the Heritage Trust of Nova Scotia in Canada.