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To conserve, restore, and educate the public about the value of Orinda's creeks and watershed.

The Friends of Hanauma Bay (FOHB) is a volunteer-based 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the conservation of coastal and marine environments, emphasizing stewardship of the natural resources of Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve.

We are the voice and active force for a healthy and scenic Rappahannock River.  Through advocacy, restoration and education Friends of the Rappahannock is working to keep the Rappahannock watershed a safe and healthy place to live and play for generations to come.  Our Vision...A Rappahannock River…that is clean and safe for fish consumption and recreation from its headwaters to its confluence with the Chesapeake.A Rappahannock River… that supports a healthy and diverse aquatic ecosystem, with submerged grasses, oysters, crabs and other species returned to their historic levels and productivity.A Rappahannock River Watershed… where land use and runoff is managed to protect and enhance our riparian habitats, downstream waters, scenic viewsheds and historical resources.A Rappahannock Community… where the citizens and local governments are educated about river stewardship, where they take a sense of personal stewardship over the river resource, and where they take action in their own backyards and communities to protect it.

MissionEmpowering people to protect and restore waterVisionThriving community, economy, and habitat through access to clean, abundant waterCore Principles:We pursue clean water for all with passion and determination.We are a credible voice on water policy and public engagement.We expect government to safeguard water, and we hold public agencies accountable.We believe in the power of grassroots action.We engage people in activities to inspire water stewardship.Guiding Values:Local leadership, rooted in communities, is the foundation for our success.Science is nonpartisan and guides our work.Water is to be shared, enjoyed and cherished.Collaboration is our hallmark.

Founded over 100 years ago, ELM is a member-based, non-profit organization. ELM is dedicated to protecting the health of our environment and citizenry by safeguarding the land, water and air of our Commonwealth. ELM is focused on environmental advocacy and strengthening the voice and effectiveness of the environmental community. ELM advocates for strong environmental laws and regulations on the broad range of environmental issues, voices the concerns of citizens, ensures that laws are properly implemented and enforced and educates the public.

Amigos of Costa Rica contributes to the well-being of Costa Rica by connecting donors’ values and resources with vetted non-profit solutions

The Garden Club of Virginia exists to: celebrate the beauty of the land conserve the gifts of nature challenge future generations to build on this heritage. We value the conservation of natural resources, the restoration of historic landscapes, and ongoing environmental education for members and Virginia citizens.

The Friends of Hemlock Bluffs is a volunteer based non-profit, support organization created to further the mission, environmental education programs, conservation projects and natural resource management efforts at Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve. The Board organizes fund-raising initiatives to provide financial support, works with the staff to support on-going volunteer efforts and advocates to raise awareness to promote the nature preserve and nature center as valuable community resources.

Demonstration gardens that inspire and educate, enriching our lives and community.

Our mission is to empower disadvantaged girls and women from various remote places of Nepal and make them self-reliant, independent and decisive.

Our mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities by transforming lives and providing a path to a brighter future.

The mission of Friends of Radnor Lake is to protect, preserve, and promote the natural integrity of the Radnor Lake State Natural Area through land acquisition, environmental information, and park support.