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AMERICAN LAND CONSERVANCY
San Francisco, CA 94104
Tax ID: 94-3121656
Founded in 1990, American Land Conservancy (ALC) is a private, nonprofit land trust dedicated to conserving the landscapes that represent the very best of our ecological, scenic, recreational, cultural and agricultural resources. Through land acquisition, conservation easements and land exchanges, ALC has conserved hundreds of thousands of acres through projects across the country. ALC values collaboration and works in partnership with willing private landowners, communities, public resource agencies, foundations, industry groups and non-profit organizations.
Alliance To Save Energy
Washington, DC 20036
Tax ID: 52-1082991
The Alliance was established in 1977, on the heels of the energy crisis created by the oil embargo. Today the Alliance continues to educate the public on the importance of energy efficiency and its direct link to an improved environment. Energy efficiency saves consumers money, increases comfort, protects the environment, enhances the economy, and promotes national security. A strength of the Alliance is the ability to create partnerships and to bring various constituencies and parties together to advance the overall goal of moving the United States and the world toward a more energy-efficient, sustainable future.
America the Beautiful Fund
Washington, DC 20005
Tax ID: 52-0963138
The America the Beautiful Fund (ABF) was born of a desire to preserve America's natural heritage by assisting community-level programs and projects to save the natural and man-made environment and improve the quality of life. The America the Beautiful Fund now provides support and direction to volunteer community projects in all 50 states, operating as a clearinghouse of ideas for thousands of community projects and as a catalyst for new ones, drawing on a quarter of a century of experience of knowing what works and what does not work.
American Oceans Campaign
Washington, DC 20003
Tax ID: 95-4155562
American Oceans Campaign (AOC) is a national, non-partisan organization founded in 1987 by Ted Danson and Bob Sulnick, at the urging of California Congresswoman Barbara Boxer, in response to the need to bring national attention to marine-related issues. With offices in southern California and Washington, DC, AOC's activities initially focused around oil drilling and transport. Over time, AOC's work has expanded to include not only oil issues, but also marine biodiversity and water quality. An effective advocate for clean and safe beach water, AOC also fills a critical niche in the environmental movement by spearheading a national effort to sustain and rebuild America's fisheries.
American Rivers, Inc.
Washington, DC 20005
Tax ID: 23-7305963
American Rivers, founded in 1973, is dedicated to protecting and restoring healthy natural rivers and the variety of life they sustain,for the benefit of people, fish, and wildlife.
EARTH ISLAND INSTITUTE INC
San Francisco, CA 94133
Tax ID: 94-2889684
Earth Island Institute (EII) was founded in 1982 by veteran environmentalist David R. Brower (1912 - 2000) to encourage the efforts of creative individuals on critical ecological issues. EII supports diverse new initiatives and provides a stable base for on-going projects. This network of projects shares central resources and benefits from the synergetic exchange of experience, ideas, and energy. EII has been widely recognized for its unique organizational model that "reduces, reuses, and recycles" resources, freeing individual projects to communicate with their constituencies and to respond quickly to evolving environmental and social justice challenges. Earth Island continues its pursuit of David Brower's ideal of Global CPR -- conservation, preservation, and restoration for planet Earth.
Earth Force, Inc.
Denver, CO 80211
Tax ID: 52-1830873
Earth Force believes that young people can and should be catalysts for change. When provided with the right opportunities, resources and support, young people can be the driving force for unimaginable progress in their communities. Earth Force partners with schools, businesses, community-based organizations and civic leadership to engage young people in community problem solving around environmental issues. Earth Force provides training and support to educators in programs that enable young people to lead community action projects focused on creating sustainable solutions to local environmental issues.
Earth Share
Bethesda, MD 20814
Tax ID: 52-1601960
EarthShare's mission is to expand financial support of its member organizations' vital programs through individual charitable giving, and to encourage the involvement of individuals in protecting our natural resources for future generations. EarthShare's members work hard every day to safeguard public health and protect and preserve our air, water, land and wildlife. EarthShare was founded in 1988 by national, nonprofit environmental and conservation organizations to represent them in payroll contriubtion fundraising campaigns. EarthShare has affiliates in 19 states, representing more than 400 community and state environmental organizations, in addition to its national groups.
Earthjustice
Oakland, CA 94612
Tax ID: 94-1730465
Earthjustice is a non-profit public interest law firm dedicated to protecting the magnificent places, natural resources, and wildlife of this earth and to defending the right of all people to a healthy environment. We bring about far-reaching change by enforcing and strengthening environmental laws on behalf of hundreds of organizations and communities.
Earthwatch Expeditions, Inc.
Maynard, MA 01754
Tax ID: 23-7168440
In 2006, Earthwatch will sponsor more than 155 research projects in 48 countries and 16 US states, making estimated volunteer field grants of $4.2 million. Since its founding in 1971, the organization has supported over 1,322 projects in 119 countries and 36 states. More than 81,000 volunteers have contributed over $57 million and 10.8 million hours to essential fieldwork.
Environmental Defense Incorporated
New York, NY 10010
Tax ID: 11-6107128
Environmental Defense Fund is dedicated to protecting the environmental rights of all people, including future generations. Among these rights are clean air, clean water, healthy, nourishing food, and a flourishing ecosystem. Environmental Defense will be guided by scientific evaluation of environmental , and the solutions we advocate will be based on science, even when it leads in unfamiliar directions. Environmental Defense will work to create solutions that win lasting political, economic, and social support because they are bipartisan, efficient, and fair. Environmental Defense believes that a sustainable environment will require and social systems that are equitable and just. We affirm our commitment to the environmental rights of the poor and people of color. As an American organization, Environmental Defense will always pay special attention to American environmental problems and to America's role in both causing and solving global environmental problems.
Environmental Resources Trust, Inc.
Washington, DC 20006
Tax ID: 31-1475919
ERT pioneers market-based solutions to: - foster renewable energy development - reduce greenhouse emissions, and - encourage sustainable land use.
Greenpeace International, Inc.
Washington, DC 20001
Tax ID: 52-1195467
Greenpeace International, Inc. is now a dormant organization. Please see our current listings under Greenpeace Fund, Inc. or Greenpeace, Inc.
International Crane Foundation, Inc.
Baraboo, WI 53913
Tax ID: 39-1187711
The International Crane Foundation (ICF) is dedicated to the study and preservation of cranes. Currently, 11 of the 15 crane species are endangered or threatened. The cranes, found on five continents, are adapted for life in wetlands and grasslands. Destruction and degradation of these ecosystems throughout the world has had devastating impact on cranes and other wildlife. ICF programs emphasize ecosystems conservation, by working with people at local and national levels to sustain short-term human needs while safeguarding long-term values of functioning ecosystems for wildlife and for people.
League of Conservation Voters Education Fund
Washington, DC 20036
Tax ID: 52-1379661
LCV Education Fund's mission is to strengthen the capacity of the environmental movement to mobilize citizens as informed voters and as advocates for sound environmental policies. We develop innovative campaigns and communication technologies, build pro-conservation coalitions, and train environmental leaders on how to be strategic and successful participants in the democratic process.
MARINE MAMMAL CENTER
Sausalito, CA 94965
Tax ID: 51-0144434
The Marine Mammal Center began in 1975, rescuing sick and injured marine mammals along the California coastline. Since those humble beginnings more than 30 years ago, the Center has transformed into a veterinary teaching hospital that integrates day-to-day rescue and rehabilitation work with that of scientific research that explores the connections between marine mammal disease and ocean and human health. Over 800 individuals from all ages and walks of life currently volunteer for the Center, performing duties such as feeding animal patients, rescuing sick and injured animals, and teaching visiting school children about marine mammals. The Center also offers multi-faceted public education programs that have reached over 500,000 school children and that actively encourage them to become stewards of our shared oceans. For more information about our local and world-wide efforts, please visit www.marinemammalcenter.org
NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL TRUST
Washington, DC 20036
Tax ID: 52-1863706
The goal of the organization is to raise awareness of environmental issues through public education programs.
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Washington, DC 20005
Tax ID: 52-1384139
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation is a private, non-profit, 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, established by Congress in 1984 and dedicated to the conservation of fish, wildlife, and plants, and the habitat on which they depend. Our goals are to promote healthy populations of fish, wildlife, and plants by generating new commerce for conservation. The Foundation meets these goals by creating partnerships between the public and private sectors and strategically invests in conservation and sustainable use of natural resources.
National Park Foundation
Washington, DC 20005
Tax ID: 52-1086761
The National Park Foundation, chartered by Congress, strengthens the enduring connection between the American people and their National Parks by raising private funds, making strategic grants, creating innovative partnerships and increasing public awareness. Recognizing that private funding is essential to help preserve and enhance the legacy of our National Parks, Congress in 1967 chartered the National Park Foundation as a private fundraising organization. The National Park Foundation's success is measured entirely by the benefit we bring to our nation's National Parks.
National Park Trust, Inc.
Rockville, MD 20850
Tax ID: 52-1691924
NPT was founded in 1983 specifically to protect national park lands. While NPT maintains a close relationship with the National Park Service (NPS), NPT is an independent private nonprofit 501(c)(3) land conservancy, the only one in America dedicated exclusively to preserving and protecting America's parkland. Our mission is to assist the NPS and others to: 1) Secure privately-held property in, adjacent to, or in the immediate vicinity of national park units; 2) Acquire land to create new national park areas; 3) Assist in the preservation of all areas of "National Significance."
Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc.
New York, NY 10011
Tax ID: 13-2654926
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. We seek to establish sustainability and good stewardship of the Earth as central ethical imperatives of human society. NRDC affirms the integral place of human beings in the environment. We strive to protect nature in ways that advance the long-term welfare of present and future generations. We work to foster the fundamental right of all people to have a voice in decisions that affect their environment. We seek to break down the pattern of disproportionate environmental burdens borne by people of color and others who face social or economic inequities. Ultimately, NRDC strives to help create a new way of life for humankind, one that can be sustained indefinitely without fouling or depleting the resources that support all life on Earth.
PROJECT CONCERN INTERNATIONAL
San Diego, CA 92123
Tax ID: 95-2248462
Founded in 1961, Project Concern helps people to help themselves. We work with local communities to provide medical assistance, nutrition, water and sanitation, and education. Emphasizing capacity building and partnerships, we work with many volunteers, community groups, and local and international organizations to reach out to those most in need.
Resolve Inc
Washington, DC 20037
Tax ID: 52-1841035
Through our research and capacity building focus and activities, we've played a leadership role nationally in documenting, evaluating and developing innovative consensus-building and dispute resolution tools. We draw both on our case experience and on current research to design training programs to enhance your consensus-building skills. We will also follow up with mentoring to help you apply those skills to real world challenges.
Sierra Club Foundation
San Francisco, CA 94105
Tax ID: 94-6069890
The mission of The Sierra Club Foundation is to advance the preservation and protection of the natural environment by empowering the citizenry, especially democratically based grassroots organizations, with charitable resources to further the cause of environmental protection.
Surfrider Foundation
San Clemente, CA 92674
Tax ID: 95-3941826
The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit grassroots organization dedicated to the preservation and enjoyment of our world's oceans, waves and beaches, for all people, through conservation, activism, research and education (C.A.R.E.). Founded in 1984 by a handful of visionary surfers in Malibu, California who were concerned about threats to their local break, the Surfrider Foundation now maintains over 50,000 members and 80 grassroots chapters worldwide
TROUT UNLIMITED
Suquamish, WA 98392
Tax ID: 91-1175356
Founded in 1959, TU is the leading conservation organization dedicated to conserving, protecting, and restoring, North America's trout and salmon fisheries and their watersheds. Our 125,000 members are organized into 500 local chapters nationwide. These volunteer chapters are the "watchdogs" of their local rivers and streams. They conduct stream restoration projects, monitor legislation, and fight for "fish friendly" policies with state and local officials. Through its Washington DC-based national headquarters, TU conducts valuable scientific and economic research to foster more enlightened trout and salmon management practices, lobbies to strengthen environmental legislation like the Clean Water Act and Endangered Species Act, and provides a voice for its 100,000 members.
WOODS HOLE OCEANOGRAPHIC INSTITUTION
Woods Hole, MA 02543
Tax ID: 04-2105850
The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is a private, independent, not-for-profit corporation dedicated to research and higher education at the frontiers of ocean science. Its primary mission is to develop and effectively communicate a fundamental understanding of the processes and characteristics governing how the oceans function and how they interact with the Earth as a whole. To fulfill this mission, WHOI must successfully: Recruit, retain, and support the highest quality staff and students and provide an organization that nurtures creativity and innovation. Stress a flexible, multidisciplinary, and collaborative approach to the research and education activities of its staff within an equitable working environment. Promote the development and use of advanced instrumentation and systems (including ships, vehicles and platforms) to make the required observations at sea and in the laboratory. Make the results of its research known to the public and policymakers and foster its applications to new technology and products in ways consistent with the wise use of the oceans. Secure the essential resources to sustain these activities, a responsibility that the Trustees and Corporation Members must jointly share with management and staff. It is the goal of the Institution to be a world leader in advancing and communicating a basic understanding of the oceans and their decisive role in addressing global questions.
Wilderness Society
Washington, DC 20036
Tax ID: 53-0167933
The Wilderness Society, founded in 1935, works to protect America's wilderness and to develop a nationwide network of wild lands through public education, scientific analysis, and advocacy. Our goal is to ensure that future generations enjoy the clean air and water, beauty, wildlife, and opportunities for recreation and spiritual renewal provided by the nation's pristine forests, rivers, deserts, and mountains provide.
YOUTH FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SANITY
Soquel, CA 95073
Tax ID: 77-0467495
Founded in 1990 by 16-year-old Ocean Robbins and 19-year-old Ryan Eliason, at a time when Nancy Reagan was telling young people to "just say no," we help youth say "yes" to living with meaning, purpose, integrity and commitment.<br><br>Youth stand at a threshold point in life, as they make choices that will send out vast ripples. Some young people believe growing up means abandoning their ideals. To us, it means learning how to live our ideals, every day, on the Earth. We believe that if the passion, creativity and commitment of youth can be liberated for the common good, we can transform our world.<br><br>YES! has inspired the formation of more than 400 non-profit clubs and organizations working for positive change, and brought greatly increased membership to hundreds more. YES! alumni have organized gang truces, started recycling programs, broken through stereotypes and prejudice barriers in schools, initiated community gardens and park clean-ups, set up marches and rallies to speak out on issues like environmental justice and the prison industry, and started socially responsible businesses. They have persuaded schools and businesses to purchase recycled products, offer organic and vegetarian options in cafeterias, retrofit their lighting, and offer anti-prejudice trainings.<br><br>Through public speaking, event facilitation, YES! Jams, organizing manuals, yesworld.org, and a support network for young activists, YES! is helping a generation to claim its voice and build a world we can be proud to pass on to our grandkids.