Located behind the Carmel Middle School, MEarth is currently (2024/25) in a challenging position after the disruptions of COVID-19 and some leadership decisions that left key roles vacant for an extended period. The organization appears to be grappling with its recovery, and the board has made the decision to take control of day-to-day operations, which has led to some confusion around roles and responsibilities. The Programs Director is no longer part of the operational leadership team, and field trips and summer camps are being managed by staff who may not have the necessary management experience. This has resulted in staff turnover and a lack of cohesion within the team. I hope the organization can recognize the importance of rebuilding its leadership structure, empowering staff, and refining its programs in a way that honors its mission and potential for impact.
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- EIN 26-2973625
- (831) 624-1032
- Po Box 223702 Carmel CA 93922-3702 USA
- www.mearthcarmel.org
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Causes: Children & Youth, Youth Development Programs
Mission: To educate and inspire through environmental stewardship.
Programs: Our natureconnect programs invite students to learn and grow in our native plant gardens and explore diverse bird, insect, and small mammal ecosystems on our 10-acre habitat through citizen science data collection. Our programs awaken a sense of wonder and curiosity, changing the way our students interact with and think about nature and their place in our interconnected natural world.
classroomconnect program invites teachers to work hand-in-hand with experienced mearth staff members to bring traditional classroom learning to life with memorable, hands-on customized youth programs in our gardens and kitchen. Mearth staff collaborate with classroom teachers to create outdoor, standards-based elementary, middle and high school curricula that compliment science, math, social studies, core, and world language classes.
foodconnect immerses students of all ages in the simple joy of learning how to grow, harvest, and cook foods that are healthy for both the people who eat them and the land on which they are grown. Foodconnect welcomes everyone to nourish their minds and hearts by forging connections and lifelong healthy food-related habits.