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Mission: The purposes of the Blackbird Foundation, formerly known as 'Alik'alak'wa'ishe, are to create and operate a Chumash Indian religious, educational and cultural center and to enable children to learn traditional, academic, environmental and culturally relevant subjects and to raise and provide funds for the support of, and to carry on, the forgoing and other charitable activities. Transition to Organics is a program of the Blackbird Foundation. Our focus is to support the Earth by working with Nature, inspiring and educating land stewards, offering workshops, conferences and hands-on advice about how to create healthy farms, gardens and communities.

Our Mission: To pass on a Scotchman Peaks Wilderness for our children and grandchildren.

Since Its Establishment In 1967, The Association Has Acquired, Preserved And Maintained Over 800 Acres Of Local Native Landscapes Including Prairies, Savannas, Ravines, Woodlands And Wetlands For The Benefit And Enjoyment Of The Entire Community. We Continue Our Efforts To Restore The Land To Its Historical Landscape And Maintain These Critical Habitats. In Addition, To Promote A Connection Between The Community And The Land Within It, Our Preserves Are Home To Over 12 Miles Of Walking Trails Which Are Open To The Public Year Round.The Association Also Provides Naturalist-Led Environmental Education To School Children And Special Workshops Offered To Children, Adults And Families. Our Environmental Education Programs Are Designed To Develop An Understanding Of And A Love And Respect For The Natural World Around Us By Including Hands-On, Participatory Activities In A Natural Setting. Association Also Cooperates With Several Institutions Promote The Scientific Study Of Our Preserves.

The Mission of The Mayfly Project is to support children in foster care through fly fishing and introduce them to their local water ecosystems, with a hope that connecting them to a rewarding hobby will provide an opportunity for foster children to have fun, build confidence, and develop a meaningful connection with the outdoors.

The Connecticut Audubon Society conserves Connecticut’s environment through science-based education and advocacy focused on the state’s bird populations and habitats. Founded in 1898, the Connecticut Audubon Society operates nature facilities in Fairfield, Milford, Glastonbury, Pomfret, Hampton, and Sherman, a center in Old Lyme, and an EcoTravel office in Essex. Connecticut Audubon manages 20 wildlife sanctuaries encompassing almost 3,300 acres of open space in Connecticut, and educates over 200,000 children and adults annually. Connecticut Audubon is an independent organization, not affiliated with any national or governmental group. Connecticut Audubon Society’s scientists, educators, citizen scientists, and volunteers work to preserve birds and their environments in Connecticut. Our work includes sanctuary management, advocacy, environmental education and activities at our centers, scientific studies, and our annual Connecticut State of the Birds report.

Michigan Audubon is Michigan's oldest conservation organization whose mission is to connect birds and people for the benefit of both. Established in 1904, it provides opportunities for individuals, families, and children to understand and promote bird conservation in Michigan through education, research, and conservation projects. These projects include maintaining over 3500 acres of sanctuary property that provide habitat for birds and other wildlife, citizen science research projects, and education activities. Michigan Audubon maintains partnerships with state and federal agencies, its affiliate the Whitefish Point Bird Observatory, and environmental non-profit organizations and grassroots projects across the state of Michigan.

To ignite children's passion for learning and foster cooperation, respect, and responsibility through hands-on discovery in the outdoor classroom

Based in Jakarta, Indonesia, XSProject is a non-profit organization and World Fair Trade member. Our mission is to raise global awareness of the effects of trash on the environment and society. We strive to break the generational cycle of trash picking by educating trash picker's and other children of poverty and by bringing dignity and self esteem to the communities we serve. We advocate for consumer recycling by producing and selling products made from trash.

Atlanta Wild Animal Rescue Effort (aka AWARE Wildlife Center) rehabilitates Georgia's injured and orphaned native wildlife and educates the community about habitat preservation and peaceful coexistence. AWARE is the leading wildlife rehabilitation center in the state and the only one in the Atlanta area that accepts all species of native wildlife.Working in cooperation with state and federal agencies such as US Fish and Wildlife Service and Georgia Department of Natural Resources, AWARE provides wildlife rehabilitation services otherwise unavailable to the public. AWARE is an informational resource that educates children and adults alike in all matters of conservation, habitat preservation and restoration, peaceful coexistence with wildlife and environmental stewardship.

Instill lifelong environmental and social values in children through experiential learning that inspires action for healthy people, planet, and community.

To honor and preserve our connection with natureOur botanical garden propagates and displays the diverse plant life of mediterranean climate zones. We serve the people of San Luis Obispo County and visitors, by providing nature education, opportunities for community interaction, an events space, water conservation demonstrations, a fire- safe landscape display, children’s exploration, life celebration gardens, outdoor recreation, botanical research, a horticultural library, connection to indigenous culture and artistic endeavors.

Planting Peace has orphanages in Haiti and India, works to de-worm children in impoverished countries and supports equality for all people.