Environment

"The Surfrider Foundation is dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world’s ocean, waves, and beaches, for all people, through a powerful activist network." - https://www.surfrider.org/mission

Our mission is to secure a safe and stable climate by accelerating the global transition to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and a thriving, just, and resilient economy. C2ES forges practical and innovative solutions to address climate change and engages with leading businesses to accelerate climate progress. Founded in 1998 as the Pew Center on Global Climate Change, C2ES is known worldwide as a thought leader and trusted convener on climate change and energy. We are an independent, nonpartisan organization and consistently rank among the world’s leading environmental policy think tanks in the University of Pennsylvania Global Go To Think Tank Index. We believe in equitable climate solutions, in ensuring that the benefits of the transition to a net-zero economy are widely shared, and in empowering marginalized and vulnerable populations—who suffer the brunt of a changing climate.

Rainforest Foundation US (RFUS) partners with Indigenous peoples and local communities across the Amazon and Central America to protect rainforest ecosystems and address the climate crisis. For 35 years, we have supported rainforest communities and organizations throughout Latin America to secure their rights to their traditional lands and livelihoods. Our programming—backed by mounting scientific evidence—is guided by the core belief that Indigenous peoples are the best stewards of the rainforests, defending them better and more cost-effectively than conventional forest conservation entities like national parks.

To explore, enjoy and protect the planet. To practice and promote the responsible use of the earth's ecosystems and resources; to educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful means to carry out those objectives.

The clean air task force works to help safeguard against the worst impacts of climate change by catalyzing the rapid global development and deployment of low carbon energy and other climate-protecting technologies through research and analysis public advocacy leadership and partnership with the private sector.

To save the places people need and love. We accomplish this by empowering and mobilizing land trusts in communities across America to conserve land — and connect people to the land — for the benefit of all.

"Since our founding during the campaign to pass the landmark Clean Water Act in 1972, Clean Water Action has worked to win strong health and environmental protections by bringing issue expertise, solution-oriented thinking and people power to the table." - https://cleanwater.org/who-we-are

The School for Field Studies (SFS) is the premier environmental study abroad program for undergraduates in the United States. With 12 international programs spanning six continents, SFS delivers transformative, field-based education in some of the world’s most ecologically and culturally significant regions. Since 1980, more than 21,000 students from U.S. institutions have engaged in immersive learning experiences that address critical environmental issues. SFS creates transformative study abroad experiences through field-based learning and research. Our educational programs explore the social and ecological dimensions of the complex environmental problems faced by our local partners, contributing to sustainable solutions in the places where we live and work. The SFS community is part of a growing network of individuals and institutions committed to environmental stewardship.

"EARTHDAY.ORG's mission is to diversify, educate and activate the environmental movement worldwide. Growing out of the first Earth Day in 1970, EARTHDAY.ORG is the world’s largest recruiter to the environmental movement, working with more than 150,000 partners in over 192 countries to drive positive action for our planet." - https://www.earthday.org/about-us

Founded in 1984, Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado (VOC) is the state's oldest outdoor stewardship nonprofit organization. Our mission is to motivate and enable people to become active stewards of Colorado's natural resources. Each year, we engage thousands of people to provide a volunteer workforce for recreation and habitat improvement projects in partnership with land agencies, nonprofits, and community groups. These volunteer projects take place in every corner of Colorado and over the decades, we've grown beyond our projects - and our borders - to help others start and improve their own volunteer stewardship programs and inspire all of us to find our place in caring for the outdoors. Our vision is a Colorado where all people connect to nature and care for our outdoor spaces.

"A recognized world leader in climate policy and action, the Center for Clean Air Policy (CCAP) creates innovative, replicable climate solutions, strengthens capacities, and promotes best practices across the local, national, and international levels to accelerate the transition to a net-zero, climate resilient future." - https://www.ccap.org/about

"Since 1996, Amazon Watch has protected the rainforest and advanced the rights of Indigenous peoples in the Amazon Basin. We partner with Indigenous and environmental organizations in campaigns for human rights, corporate accountability, and the preservation of the Amazon's ecological systems." (from amazonwatch.org)

California ReLeaf supports grassroots efforts and builds strategic partnerships that protect, enhance, and grow California’s urban and community forests.

The New Jersey Tree Foundation is a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to planting trees in New Jersey's most underserved neighborhoods, where the need is greatest. Through tree planting, volunteerism and partnerships, we assist communities in improving their environment and quality of life.

The quality of your everyday life is influenced by nature: The air you breathe, the water you drink, the food you eat, and the environment in which you live are all affected by nature. The Macon County Conservation Foundation actively works to restore and preserve local natural areas, to ensure a good quality of life for not only you, but your children and your children’s children. Established in 1981 by two Macon County Conservation District employees, Janet Atkins and Rodney Washburn, the foundation began as a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation known as the Natural Heritage and Wildlife Foundation. In 2003, the name changed to Macon County Conservation Foundation. Our Mission To restore and preserve Macon County’s natural and cultural resources through the Macon County Conservation District, and promote education about these resources.

Amazon Conservation is an international conservation nonprofit dedicated to ensuring the Amazon Rainforest is protected and thriving for the benefit of nature, people, and the climate. For 25 years, we have worked side by side with local people in Peru and Bolivia through our unique Alliance and today across all 9 Amazonian countries through a network of local partners. Our mission is to unite science, innovation, and people to protect the Amazon -- the greatest wild forest on Earth. We envisage a thriving Amazon that sustains the full diversity of life. Our vision for the coming decade is bold: a thriving, resilient Amazon that sustains biodiversity, supports Indigenous peoples and local communities, regulates the global climate, and drives a sustainable future.

Transforming California into a more sustainable, resilient, and equitable place for all.

"UCAIR is a statewide clean air partnership created to make it easier for individuals, businesses and communities to make small changes to improve Utah’s air. Every small change adds to a collective bigger step toward better health, a better economy and better overall quality of life for all of us." - https://www.ucair.org/about/

TO PRESERVE THE NATURAL SYSTEMS ON WHICH ALL LIFE DEPENDS. GUIDED BY SCIENCE & ECONOMICS, WE FIND PRACTICAL & LASTING SOLUTIONS TO THE MOST SERIOUS ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEMS.

To connect people with plants providing delight and enlightenment to everyone.

TO PRESERVE PARKS TODAY AND CREATE PARK STEWARDS FOR TOMORROW.

GREENPEACE FUND, INC. IS A NONPROFIT CORPORATION WHOSE ACTIVITIES ARE DIRECTED PRIMARILY AT PROTECTING AND PRESERVING THE ENVIRONMENT. ACTIVITIES ARE EXECUTED MAINLY THROUGH THE CONSIDERATION AND FUNDING OF GRANTS TO OTHER ORGANIZATIONS.

THE CONSERVATION FUND IS IN THE BUSINESS OF CONSERVATION, CREATING INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS THAT DRIVE NATURE-BASED ACTION FOR CLIMATE PROTECTION, SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIES AND VIBRANT COMMUNITIES.

THE PURPOSE OF THE CORPORATION SHALL BE TO ENGAGE IN EDUCATIONAL AND CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES INCLUDING OFFICALLY PROMOTING THE ANNUAL OBSERVANCE OF ARBOR DAY, INSPIRING PEOPLE TO PLANT, NURTURE, AND CELEBRATE TREES, STIMULATING A WORLD-WIDE PROGRAM OF TREE AND HORTICULTURAL PLANTING AND CARE, ADVANCING NATURE EDUCATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION, AND MAINTAINING ARBOR DAY FARM, THE ESTATE OF ARBOR DAY'S FOUNDER, J. STERLING MORTON.

A SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION OF THE OPEN SPACE INSTITUTE INC.THAT HOLDS LAND & CONSERVATION EASEMENTS

KRRC'S MISSION IS TO IMPLEMENT THE KLAMATH HYDROELECTRIC SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BY REMOVING FOUR HYDROELECTRIC DAMS ON THE KLAMATH RIVER, RESTORING SURROUNDING LANDS, AND IMPLEMENTING REQUIRED MITIGATION MEASURES. (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O)AS OF JUNE 30, 2024, THE CORPORATON WAS IN PHASE III UNDER THE OPUC/CPUC AGREEMENT AND PHASE III UNDER THE CNRA AGREEMENT. THE CORPORATION COMPLETED DAM REMOVAL DURING OCTOBER 2024 AND WILL CONTINUE TO PROVIDE RESTORATION SERVICES INTO FUTURE YEARS.

THE WINDWARD FUND ADVANCES PUBLIC AWARENESS ABOUT CONSERVATION, CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES, SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS, AND THE PROTECTION OF LAND, WILDLIFE, AND OTHER NATURAL RESOURCES. (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O)AS A 501(C)(3) PUBLIC CHARITY, WINDWARD HOSTS PUBLIC AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS AND GRANT-MAKING PROJECTS THAT ADDRESS CONSERVATION FROM A RANGE OF ANGLES. WINDWARD ALSO PROVIDES A PLATFORM FOR DONORS TO CONVENE AND COLLABORATE ON THESE ISSUES, LEVERAGING THE WORK OF OTHER CONSERVATION PROJECTS HOUSED AT THE FUND TO STRENGTHEN THEIR EFFORTS AND ADVANCE THE FIELD. WINDWARD IS GOVERNED BY TRUSTEES WITH DEEP EXPERIENCE IN RUNNING ENVIRONMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS, MANAGING GRANTMAKING PORTFOLIOS, AND EDUCATING THE PUBLIC ABOUT ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES.

DUCKS UNLIMITED, INC. CONSERVES, RESTORES, AND MANAGES WETLANDS AND ASSOCIATED HABITATS FOR NORTH AMERICA'S WATERFOWL. THESE HABITATS ALSO BENEFIT OTHER WILDLIFE AND PEOPLE.

TO COLLECT, STUDY, DISPLAY, AND CONSERVE TREES AND OTHER PLANTS FROM AROUND THE WORLD TO INSPIRE LEARNING, FOSTER ENJOYMENT, BENEFIT COMMUNITIES, ENCOURAGE ACTION, AND ENHANCE THE ENVIRONMENT.

Land & habitat conservation and environmental education

To support grassroots initiatives to inspire community action to protect the environment consumers and public health.

TO GENERATE SCIENCE BASED KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE DIVERSE ROLES THAT TREES PLAY IN AGRICULTURAL LANDSCAPES AND TO USE ITS RESEARCH TO ADVANCE POLICIES AND PRACTICES THAT BENEFIT THE POOR AND THE ENVIRONMENT.

THE WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA CONSERVANCY PROTECTS AND RESTORES EXCEPTIONAL PLACES TO PROVIDE OUR REGION WITH CLEAN WATERS AND HEALTHY FORESTS, WILDLIFE AND NATURAL AREAS FOR THE BENEFIT OF PRESENT AND FUTURE GENERATIONS. THE CONSERVANCY CREATES GREEN SPACES AND GARDENS, CONTRIBUTING TO THE VITALITY OF OUR CITIES AND TOWNS, AND PRESERVES FALLINGWATER, A SYMBOL OF PEOPLE LIVING IN HARMONY WITH NATURE.

THE MISSION OF SOCIAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENTREPRENEURS (SEE) IS TO EMPOWER, ENCOURAGE, AND CATALYZE PROJECTS SO THAT WE CAN COLLABORATE AND FACILITATE PROGRESSIVE CHANGE IN AREAS OF SOCIAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE.

THE NWTF IS DEDICATED TO THE CONSERVATION OF THE WILD TURKEY AND THE PRESERVATION OF OUR HUNTING HERITAGE.

To work to establish an environmentally sound and cost-effective program for recycling mattresses, subject to state laws requiring recycling of used mattresses; and educate consumers, retailers, waste haulers, and others about collection opportunities for used mattresses and promotion of waste prevention and recycling.

Provide scientific support and tools for decision making and communication through collaborative efforts.

ACCELERATING CLIMATE SOLUTIONS. FOR EVERYONE. SLIPSTREAM ADOPTED THIS NEW MISSION STATEMENT IN 2020 TO REFLECT OUR COMMITMENT TO INCREASING THE SPEED AND SCALE OF CLIMATE MITIGATION AND RESILIENCE. WE HAVE ALSO COMMITTED TO EQUITY AND INCLUSION, PRIORITIZING WORK THAT PUSHES BACK AGAINST THE HISTORIC INEQUITIES OF THE ENERGY EFFICIENCY INDUSTRY, CENTERS THE PERSPECTIVES OF BIPOC COMMUNITIES IN CLIMATE SOLUTIONS, AND DELIVERS EQUITABLE BENEFITS TO PEOPLE WHO HAVE BEEN LEFT BEHIND IN THE CLEAN ENERGY TRANSITION. SLIPSTREAM MEASURES OUR MISSION IMPACT IN GREENHOUSE GAS REDUCTIONS, ENERGY SAVINGS, INNOVATION, AND HEALTH.

TO COLLECT AND DIFFUSE INFORMATION ON ALL TOPICS RELATING TO THE CULTURE AND CARE OF PLANTS, FRUITS AND VEGETABLES AND TO STIMULATE THE KNOWLEDGE AND LOVE OF HORTICULTURE IN NEW YORK CITY.

The Natural Resources Defense Council's purpose is to safeguard the Earth: its people, its plants and animals and the natural systems on which all life depends. We work to restore the integrity of the elements that sustain life -- air, land and water -- and to defend endangered natural places.

WEF's mission is inspiring the water community in pursuit of human and environmental well-being. WEF is a global environmental leader committed to water quality education and technical best practices. WEF connects water professionals; enriches the expertise of water professionals; increases the awareness of the impact and value of water; and provides a platform for water section innovation.

MISSION - WE CONNECT PEOPLE TO PLANTS BY INSPIRING COMMUNITIES TO EXPLORE AND CONSERVE NATURE.OUR COMMITMENTS - ORGANIZATIONAL SUSTAINABILITY, ENVIRONMENTAL RESILIENCY, COLLABORATION AND GATHERING, SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITYOUR VISION - WE ARE VIRGINIA GARDEN OF INTERNATIONAL SIGNIFICANCE LEADING IN HORTICULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE. WE CULTIVATE EXPERIENCES THAT ENHANCE EACH PERSON'S RELATIONSHIP WITH THE NATURAL WORLD.

Manatee protection and preservation.

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Keep America Beautiful inspires and educates people to take action every day to improve and beautify their community environment. We envision a country in which every community is a clean, green, and beautiful place to live.

TO PRESERVE PART OF THE COLORADO DESERT AND FOSTER THE CONSERVATION OF DESERT PLANTS AND ANIMALS.

SEE SCHEDULE OTHE GOALS OF THE ORGANIZATION ARE TO: 1) REPRESENT DISTRICTS AS THEIR NATIONAL VOICE ON CONSERVATION ISSUES; 2) PROVIDE USEFUL INFORMATION TO CONSERVATION DISTRICTS AND THEIR STATE ASSOCIATIONS; 3) BUILD PARTNERSHIPS WITH FEDERAL AND STATE AGENCIES AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS IN ORDER TO CARRY OUT DISTRICT PRIORITIES AND PROGRAMS; 4) ANALYZE PROGRAMS AND POLICY ISSUES THAT HAVE AN IMPACT ON LOCAL DISTRICTS; 5) OFFER NEEDED AND COST-EFFECTIVE SERVICES TO DISTRICTS.

GUIDED DISCOVERIES PURPOSE IS TO MAKE A POSITIVE DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF CHILDREN THROUGH UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES FOR DISCOVERY. GUIDED DISCOVERIES PROVIDES EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOLS AND INDIVIDUALS IN MARINE AND PHYSICAL SCIENCE, AS WELL AS OCEAN AND MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE.