Find Environmental Education Nonprofits and Charities

  natebosch wrote:

AuSable was a wonderful program for me. I went to a smaller liberal arts college which did not have specialized ecology courses. I took Limnolgy and Environmental Chemistry at AuSable, and enjoyed these fields so much that I went on to graduate school... more »

  WDW4 wrote:

I have participated in two trainings and one mission/mountaineering course with Summit Adventure. The staff are excellent at what they do and wonderfully combine technical expertise, spiritual discipleship, and relatability. I will carry the things I... more »

  Janetflynch wrote:

I have been involved as a volunteer with Granny’s Garden School since 2004. I’ve done every job imaginable with the program, from baking vegetable based baked goods for our bake sales, planning and working at our events, promoting our events, working... more »

  axweiner wrote:

I was a board member for River of Words for three years. I witnessed the impact the River of Words program had on children around the country and the world--both in terms of the educational benefits of the ROW curriculum as well as the creative output... more »

  jbraids wrote:

We recently partnered with ACE for our Earth Day event at Chabot Space and Science Center. Wen and Gaby did an amazing job. They were personable, competent, and knew how to interact with the public. When a surprise TV crew showed up to cover the event,... more »

  bfs wrote:

Staff and volunteers are passionately committted to the care and rehabiliation of raptors that have been damaged and unable to return to their habitat without the intervention of experts who can evaluate their chances of survival on their own. The Raptor... more »

  donna-vanbuecken wrote:

I have been a member of Wild Ones since 1986, at a time when little information was available to the average resident about using native plants in their landscaping. I have learned a lot about the benefits of using native plants and the biodiversified... more »

  dan wrote:

I worked with Save The Bay during the winter of 2008. During my time with the organization I became aware of Save the Bay's misson to celebrate, protect and restore the San Fransisco Bay Area. Their mission is not only a great idea but it is a reality... more »

  Jane Kammerzelt wrote:

This is an excellent, very well run organization. They have an impressive safety record, maintain high standards and produce top notch work. Project sponsors are very satisfied with the results and parents love that their kids learn great life skills.... more »

  BRC wrote:

They are such positive, effective stewards for our national wildlife! Their online presence is amazing, and they did a great job in the Gulf. more »

  HowardAdamLevy wrote:

I have been on three fundraising bike rides for Hazon and loved it so much, I joined the Steering Committee for the New York Ride for the past 2 years. Hazon has made a big difference in my life in terms of connecting my environmental concerns with a... more »

  Nicole wrote:

Earth Day Network is a dedicated environmental education organization that does great work in the community. Their Green Schools Campaign is particularly inspirational and has had a tremendously positive impact on thousands of teachers, parents and students... more »

  mandi-q wrote:

I am a high school teacher and I chaperone groups of students on EPI's wonderful programs annually. I have taken trips to Costa Rica where we worked hands on with the endangered Leatherback Sea Turtles. We patrolled the nesting beaches at night and... more »

  Joan44 wrote:

The Greenway Foundation is committed to the environmental & historical education of the people of Denver. They believe in hands on experiences for citizens of all ages & truly being an active & beneficial addition to the community more »

  Linda175 wrote:

MAARS is an aggregate of outstanding volunteers who provide care, feeding, medical and social needs for approx 85 predominately special needs parrots. No one is paid, so all donations go to this end. The compassion shown each bird, each with an individual... more »

  Leaning Pisa wrote:

Hidden Villa is one of the true gems of the Bay Area. Over the last 30 years, I've spent time hiking their quiet trails, cooking their organic produce, visiting their friendly farm animals, and taking varios workshops and classes from their docents.... more »

  CBuccheri wrote:

Dear Jane and Genesee family, Thank you for helping form very special memories for our family and friends. There are other places that provide challenges and adventure, but Genesee Valley has the uniquely talented staff that transforms a physical... more »

  Cara G. wrote:

Hawaii is a unique place and there are many things we take for granted as part of history and culture. The work that the Hawaii Wildlife Center does helps preserve today what we can share with generations to come. The Hawaii Wildlife Center is a state... more »

  SierpeAzul wrote:

Corcovado Foundation has contributed to the creation of a Rural ecotourism network, joined by 6 differents communities on the Osa Peninsula, which goal is the conservation of the rainforest, it also helps with sutainable educational programs in local... more »

  jackyg wrote:

We met Monteen and experienced Her "Hawk-Talk" at a Polo match of all places! It was so absoulutly cool to see the Birds so close while being able to ask anything and everything about them in such a intimate setting! We think/speak of Her now everytime... more »

  nevada-outdoor-school wrote:

NOS has been doing, and I'm sure will continue to, a great job providing benefits for the local community. Besides the thousands of children taught over the years, they have provided AmeriCorps Volunteers to many other local non-profits! more »

  Nancy K.3 wrote:

I was introduced to CONAPAC in 2002 while on an adventure trip and I visited a tiny village involved in the Adopt A School project. CONAPAC began in 1993 with the Adopt A School project. Education is important in Peru, and it is free, but all the... more »

  mhperron wrote:

As a founding board member I have been involved in every aspect of the HEAL Project, which aims to instill respect for personal and environmental health in students in the Cabrillo Unified School District Since begun as a pilot project in 1996, over 3000... more »

  ahron33 wrote:

Jewish Farm School is a terrific organization to work with. I ran a professional development workshop and asked them to provide some outdoor educational programming so that participants could physically move and contribute to a good cause. I was impressed... more »

  ehcblackler wrote:

We attended the Seattle Summit hosted by WGS and it was a great experience. The staff are are very accommodating and genuinely enthused about their work. Best of all, the students had a great time and took away a lot from the experience. This is an inspiring... more »