Center for Biological Diversity Inc

Of all the many NGOs I have work for and with over the past 40 years, the Center is the best. They have excellent staff and unlike many groups they are not afraid to tell it like it is and take the fight to the halls of power.

Center For Biological Diversity Inc is an amazing organization dedicated to inform us on the perils of the planet and the need to protect and save different types of wildlife as well as plants and why doing this is so important for the survival of the planet and us. Also Center For Biological Diversity Inc is dedicated to their fight for the planet and the survival of wildlife and they fight tireless to do so.

Center for Biological Diversity is a great organization that is trying their best to protect the natural world that we all live in from losing so many of the animals that are verging on extinction. We are all tied together in this life and losing these other species impoverishes and endangers us all, so their work is extremely important.

When an organization works to protect our wildlife and our planet, we are ensuring our children, grandchildren and future generations, will have a beautiful and exciting planet to live on. The Center For Biological Diversity helps to ensure that future!

The Center For Biological Diversity works to secure a livable future for not only our planet but the samallest of its inhabitatnts. CBD is an effective advocate for life in all of its forms.

This is a wonderful organization I am happy to support. They are always leading the charge on important, timely issues. Plus they keep me very well informed of the results.

Excellent organization that effectively communicates and educates the general public on environmental issues that impact our beautiful planet.
The Center for Biological Diversity also is a major player in holding the government and corporations accountable for their actions or inactions that harm our planet and the amazing diverse plants and animals that we share this earth with.

I feel very well informed about important issues after reading their regular and timely emails.

CBD is the only environmental non-profit I know of where the CEO makes less than $200,000 p/a , This is why I keep making a small annual donation. Everybody is entitled to making a living, but most CEOs make a killing in the name of non profit and I am on a fixed income. Keep up the good work and thank you.

Effective, passionate and hardworking group. Very efficient with funds.

As a U.S. Forest Service wildlife biologist trying to protect the National Forest and endangered species for future generations, I really valued the work of the Center. Their monitoring of Endangered Species Act implementation and willingness to go to court to make sure the act was followed was critical.

The Center for Biological Diversity is an extremely passionate and hardworking nonprofit group.

CBD focuses on root causes of extinctions - they work to bring people and organizations together to solve the toughest dilemmas facing our world in this age of climate destruction. I support their work on behalf of animals and plants, and especially support their work to bring reason and science to bear on decisions made in Washington that will impact all of us for years to come.

Keeps me up to date with environmental news,before I just hoped the world would get better but now I know what state the world is in and what I can do to help thx to them

Center for Biological Diversity is a champion for the well-being of all living creatures and the betterment of the planet that we all share. I appreciate their concise and informative newsletters and share their concern for the plight of the voiceless in nature. I wholeheartedly support their work and will continue to support the cause. Thank you!

I believe, as the Center does, that the "welfare of human beings is deeply linked to nature;to the existence in our world of a vast diversity of wild animals and plants. " The Center has very hard-working, devoted and passionate people dedicated to preserving the biodiversity of our natural world, and the Center has been very successful at accomplishing these goals.

Every week they send out a newsletter with articles about current environmental concerns, and electronic petitions that you can add your name to in just a few seconds. They work so hard to spread awareness and make a difference, it's amazing!

Informative. They do an outstanding job of informing us. Does not embellish or try to tug at the heart. "Just the facts ma'am ". Animal welfare and environmental "go to" resource.

I learn from Center for Biological Diversity email updates of causes of both plant & animal species going extinct and I see how they work toward passing laws to save & protect. Their work & easy to understand reporting of it, has been informing my organizing & activism. Now we are all challenged further by Raytheon running our National Weather Service and the ramped up worldwide activity of ground generated & plane sprayed poisonous fake clouds. Few birds are left and the palms have lost their outer bark here in Los Angeles. Dont pimpmyweather.com

The Center for Biological Diversity is one of only a handful of non-profit organizations I choose to donate to because of their stellar work. Often in the news this group is mentioned as championing important animal and environment causes, often impacting changes in legislation. Thank you for being on the front lines of crucial causes that may otherwise not be addressed and followed through in changes to protect our varied and inter-connected web of life on planet earth"

As someone who is a strong advocate for protection of creatures great and small , I very much support this group of knowledgeable, tough people who throw their heart and soul into protecting the earth. The Center for Biological Diversity constantly goes to bat in courtrooms across the world to protect threatened species--from big, charismatic mammals to tiny snails and delicate flowers. They are passionate, fearless and dedicated to the protection of endangered animal and plant species in every country around the world,

The Center for Biological Diversity is top notch. They plan and implement effective campaigns to save our environment and all the beautiful wildlife we should be protecting. They are one of the four groups that I give to regularly and I have left them a bequest upon my passing. I also particularly like that they have a concern regarding human overpopulation that is driving so many of the problems.

The Center for Biological Diversity plays a vital role in environmental and animal protection. We need more like them. I stay well informed through their emails and fully support their efforts. CBD, keep fighting for our planet and wild life and also, as a result, human existence!

The Center for Biological Diversity is a site that I count on for receiving messages of things that require an email from me regarding an issue or something that has been acted upon to bring about a good result. They bring to light issues that are in dire need of a result to get action for animals, plants, pollution and the environment. I also love their " News of the Weird" article. With a funny take on some of the not so common animals.

Organizations that have Numerous Victories as much as the Center for Biological Diversity, are the Ones I follow, The ones I donate to, The ones who are making a difference. I keep a Good News Facebook page that I blog about Victories, a lot come from the Center For Biological Diversity Inc.

Resourceful, powerful (with words!), passionate and committed in preserving and conserving our wild and their habitats.
Proud Supporter

After twelve years of daily online activism working through numerous organizations, I have to say that The Center For Biological Diversity ranks at the top. Having worked as a journalist covering environmental conservation and having followed these issues closely for decades, I find the Center to be ultra-professional in its work, decision making and communications. I also appreciate their well-designed and reliable website. The organization is clearly staffed by intelligent, capable and knowledgeable individuals. Even the Center's choice of focus, the extinction crisis, demonstrates intelligence: the extinction of creatures is a very tangible barometer of the degree that humans have overstepped the boundaries of the natural world, one that people can easily grasp and relate to. I would recommend involvement with the Center to anyone who is concerned about the environment.

The Center For Biological Diversity, Inc., is a wonderful non-profit organization. They care about deeply about animals and the environment and keep the public informed, up-to-date and aware of issues involving animals and our environment. Animals and our environment are the two most important issues that concern me and I am proud to support this particular, non-profit organization. I believe everyone should be concerned about the safety and preservation of animals, especially, those that are endangered and those at risk of being removed from the endangered species lists, as well as those that are being senselessly killed. As for our environment, it's past time for a wake-up call. This non-profit organization, the Center For Biological Diversity, Inc., is knowledgeable and dedicated to this extremely important issue.

Center for Biological Diversity accomplishes great missions, identifies areas needing support, takes important steps legally and through activism to bring public attention to serious environment issues, and consistently deeply impacts our world positively. I highly recommend Center for Biological Diversity for all the support possible!

This environmental organization is one of the courageous few that recognizes the most important driver of global depletion leading to climate change, water shortages and species extinction which is animal agriculture and human population density. They educate, litigate, lead protests, and organize to help foster the needed changes to save life on our planet.

The Center for Biological Diversity does such amazing, fantastic work that I would hate to think what the world would be like without all their effort. Every time I read about one of Center's success stories, my body sighs in relief because species/plants/land has been saved from extinction and my heart can once again have hope that humans actually care about other living creatures besides themselves. Thank you to the people at the Center.
Like I said in an email to Mr. Suckling one time, if i had a billion dollars, I would give most of it to this nonprofit organization because they are preserving what precious life is left on earth.

At my desk I can learn what is happening around the world for all species of flora and fauna. Those in danger, what is being done to prevent them from disappearing. How I can help. Victories that Center For Biological Diversity Inc has had, and what more needs to be done to attain more victories. A really interesting, thought provoking read, that I share with as many people as I can.

While the Center for Biological Diversity support some of the more popular species protection, they are also involved in the protection of many species that may not garner interest from other environmental charities, who often only support high-visibility causes. They are hard-working and communicate well with members. As an avid environmentalist, I rate them as one of my top 5 charities and always feel good about my donations to them. They give me some hope in the future of our wildlife.

The Center for Biological Diversity is a fabulous organization of dedicated professionals. They keep me on top of environmental and animal welfare issues issues throughout the country and beyond.

The Center for Biological Diversity is one of the most effective, passionate, dedicated and hardworking nonprofit groups I have had the pleasure of supporting. I only wish I could do more. They are indispensable for the way they inform and educate about the wild world and the work they do to save it.

This group works tirelessly and intelligently on behalf of the environment. They provide a terrific newsletter with cogent reporting and easy to follow action links.

I appreciate their dedication and accomplishments.

This organization is amazing and does so much for our animals and environment!!!

I'm so glad there are people who care about our environment and work as hard as these folk do to make a difference in the lives of so many creatures and their habitat. They give me, along with many others, a chance to be heard on issues that are of paramount importance to the preservation of what's left of our beautiful home - planet Earth.

TheCenter For Biological Diversity Inc has all the current news about environmental successes and current issues on what needs to be done plus the means to allow every reader to make his voice heard on critical environmental issues

Site provides up to date and interesting information about their work to protect endangered species of all types. The Center provides various ways to participate in their work whether by donation, contacting congressmen and environmental officials or attending demonstrations. A great voice for the animals, plants and insects who cannot speak for themselves.

I can count on the Center for Biological Diversity to keep me informed of the assaults upon the species of our precious planet and to also take action to protect them and also insure the future of humankind.

Great information about diverse creatures, with ways to help. Great mix of information without judgment and hope for the future!

The Center for Biological Diversity acts as passionately for the nation's ecological health as any other wildlife-service organization I know of. My support for this organization does not diminish with time but rather grows more intense as the tipping-balance of wildlife needs rises or falls according to human practices in the the increasingly-fragile American environment.

Mal Gaff

The Center for Biological Diversity is the only enviromental group that I know of which tackles the single most important issue of our time: too many people! All of our problems result from the fact that 7 billion people exceed the carrying capacity of this planet.

I'd like to think I'm pretty particular about where I donate my money - the Center for Biological Diversity takes on the most difficult of issues and makes the wisest use of the funds they receive. They are passionate about the work they do and I'm delighted to have them fighting for causes that I believe in.

Difficult to top the rave reviews already mentioned, but "fearless" is definitely an excellent adjective! If you ever worried about where you money actually goes with some environmental organizations, you don't have to with this one. There is a definite hands-on, heartfelt approach to Center for Biological Diversity that ensures trustworthiness and dedication. An added bonus was spotting them recently at the enormous climate march in NYC. Go Frostpaw!

I support a lot of organizations and many with an environmental mission. the Center for Biological Diversity surpasses all others in terms of their effectiveness and their willingness to take on tough fights to protect species and habitat. They are fearless and very successful, a great combination. If i could support only one organization, it would be the Center.

I was only too glad to make my recent donation to the Center For Biological Diversity. This was specifically for their work in trying to stop lynx hunting and trapping in Idaho, but i fully intend on donating in the near future to support their excellent work in helping all endangered and wrongly hunted/trapped animals. The CBD is fully worthy of your support. Bill Huseth

I always feel really good about donating to EWG. I'm encouraged by their continual 'good news.' I am disheartened by organizations that bombard me with emails about how horrible and desperate things are, but with EWG I feel they are really putting the money to good use and making progress. I look at the team of workers and feel like they are really working for the causes I wish I could be working for on a daily basis. I enjoy supporting EWG, it doesn't feel like the 'guilty chore' that some organizations inspire in me.

Center for Biological Diversity is one of the most clear-sighted and determined of all the wildlife/environmental groups that I am aware of. Their record for filing the critical lawsuits on behalf of animal welfare is the highest. Joy Knobloch, President, Township Wildlife Society, Manhattan, IL 60442

The Center for Biological Diversity are my heros.
They are vigil leaders in staying on top of important environmental issues, and informing their members.
Their staff members are brilliant and talented.
Their newsletters are well-written, concise, and even add a touch of creativity and humor where fit.
I so much respect and admire this team of lawyers, writers, activists, leaders, healers, and heros !

I am a retired biologist who volunteered last year to help compile research for presentation in the historic 757 settlement, which made huge advances in Endangered Species protection. I do intend to volunteer again in the future, as I have never seen an organization as knowledgeable, dedicated and effective as this one in the area of wildlife conservation. The issue of mass extinctions brought on by humans is the closest to my heart of any current problem. Please support the work of this excellent group in its efforts to protect all animals and plants from us!

This organization is one of my top picks. They make a huge difference in the lives of animals and work very hard to get protection status for animals in danger. They also have a high rate of getting those protections in order.

I have been supporting CBD for several years and continue to be very satisfied at how effective, diligent, tireless they are "in the trenches" presenting a unified and consistent voice for wildlife habitat, corridor preservation, endangered species advocacy. I appreciate them going up against the Big Guys, raising critical awareness, as well as holding the government agencies accountable. They never cease to amaze me how much they can do with so little. I know the money I donate is put to its intended use.

For nearly 40 years I have been a land use and environmental planner, and have been a member of the Center for several years, but have been working with the center to navigate development and conservation projects for about two decades. I also support a wide range of other conservation groups, including The Nature Conservancy, Rainforest Alliance, Greenpeace, World Wildlife Fund, Natural Resources Defense Council and others.

But the Center gives me the greatest satisfaction that something concrete, litigious when necessary but certainly always concrete, is being done by this very fine organization. My direct work with Center staff has also demonstrated a level of professionalism and practicality that wins adherents even in the development community.

This one is my very top favorite conservation-oriented nonprofit!!!!

The Center for Biological Diversity is tenacious! They never stop fighting to save endangered animals and their habitats, and most important of all, they get results. So often I will hear good news on the environmental front; a lawsuit won to stop habitat destruction, or an animal given endangered species protection, etc., and find out that it is the result of a legal battle fought by the Center for Biological Diversity.

I wish all nonprofits were as successful at saving all living things. This planet would be much better off if they were.

The efforts of this center are commendable, the areas and projects it appropriates funds to important and extremely relevant. The concern for Earth and its inhabitants is admirable and necessary. Great organization! I share the emphasis they place upon urgent issues related to compassion and responsible stewardship of the resources we have been blessed with the power to protect from exploitation and blatant greed!

Brilliant, extraordinary and fascinating updates, news and info, A fighting voice for nature. Inspirational.

This is a very professional, dedicated organization filling a vital role in the environmental movement.

I HAVE NOTHING BUT PRAISE, ADMIRATION & GRATITUDE FOR THE CENTER FOR BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY.

I love the Center for Biological Diversity! If you care about wildlife, conservation, and protecting endangered species, this charity deserves your support. It is also the only environmental group with the guts to speak openly about how human overpopulation is negatively affecting the environment and causing a mass extinction event right now. Creative programs like the endangered species condom hand-out make this charity stand out. They have been successful in helping to establish endangered species status for dozens of in-need critters, and I will continue to support them in the fight to protect them!

The Center is, in my opinion, the most effective environmental advocacy organization there is. They tell it like it is, and get real results. That's why they're #1 on my donation list.

They also seem to run in a lean, no-BS get-stuff-done mode. I say this because I once sent email with a membership question, and got a direct reply from Kierán Suckling, the Executive Director.

-Chris

The Centre for Biological Diversity is one of the top conservation organisations in America, and has saved countless species from going over the edge into extinction. By subscribing to their newsletter, signing every 'take action' request, and donating where you can, you too can help fight the destroyers of this planet, those being the giant agrochemical, fossil fuel, and mining corporations that would lay waste to everything we love. We owe it not just to all our wildlife, but ultimately to ourselves, to stand up and fight; every species that becomes extinct belittles us, and causes negative trophic cascades in our precious ecosystems, which WE CANNOT DO WITHOUT. Destroying them is like cutting the ground from under our feet, and we would be ill-advised to proceed any further down that path. Education of the world's women, a decrease in the global birth rate that would result from this, complete protection for all the species and habitats that we have not yet despoiled, recreation of those that we have, and a huge, global "NO" to the super-rich elite and their corporations, could just stem the tide before it's too late. Think about it. Please. Oh, and DONATE!

I believe in the causes that this effective
nonprofit supports, and I have learned a great deal from their newsletters. I am grateful to my friend for having spoken to me about them. I will continue to lend my support to their work.

This is an excellent and very effective nonprofit. I have learned about a lot of issues of which I probably would not have been aware of, and have been happy to hear of their many ecological and environmental successes. I hope they will continue to fight for a livable planet and a sustainable future.

I cannot say enough positive things about this nonprofit. They are doing valuable work and they do it well. I am always engaged in their emails and newsletters, and feel better informed after reading.

This is Nonprofit really making a difference.
Alway kepping an eye on the serious issues

This organization is one of the most effective and highly organized groups I have followed. There newsletters are very informative and their action unprecedented.

I truly appreciate the Center for biological diversity keeping a close eye on all the serious issues facing our precious wildlife. They work tirelessly to fight against all the entities that seek to destroy our natural world. I am so thankful for this organization preserving our natural wonders for future generations.

I follow the workings & endeavors of the Center for Biological Diversity and hail them as diligent and most vigilant in pursuit of fairness for wildlife and wild places. They wholeheartedly deserve serious recognition for their efforts!

The Center for Biological Diversity takes on every challenge to endangered species, unlike other groups that will not attempt to save insects, amphibians, plants, or species that don't photograph well. The staff that responds to phone inquiries are extremely well informed and have been very helpful and friendly, sounds like a fantastic place to work, which probably translates into a really productive work environment. When something gets you down or depressed, contribute some money to this group, it'll make you feel better

Hard working nonprofit animal welfare / green / wildlife organization protecting our lands and wildlife across the planet with great actions, campaigns and initiative , working tirelessly towards saving our planet . Love them . -Center for Biological Diversity INC-

The Center for Biological Diversity is by far the best terrestrial environmental group in the U.S. It has saved more land and more species than probably all other groups put together. Furthermore, the Center does not waste money on exorbitant salaries; instead, our money is used to defend wilderness and wildlife. Finally, the Center takes strong stands on behalf of native species and their habitats and ecosystems, and is not in any way beholden to industries that profit from harming or destroying them.

If I could give to only one environmental group, this would be it!

I love this organization. They are one of the few "environmental groups" brave enough to address the crisis of human over-population. Unless we deal with this problem, the planet is doomed.

Center for Biological Diversuty works tiredlessly and passionately to protect and preserve our environment, wildlife and the planet that sustains us. They also make aware that harm (and good) being done to it. I am a longtime supporter, and will continue to be because of their dedication and determination to save our world. Thank you.

Well, as a European, I cannot see any comparison - although there are organizations here too no doubt who do comparable work - who is more knowledgeable (get their newsletter and see for yourselves), and honestly involved in the numerous topics relating to the broad term which is biological diversity. (Look at their action list and see for yourselves).

Not only is the Center for Biological Diversity knowledgeable, they put their words into action when needed and will petition or even sue if the Center thinks it is necessary. I haven't seen that happen here. Besides, nothing wrong with organizations here but each has its own "topic" while the Center as I have been reading from afar, is working in so many fields which is only logical because biological diversity does not stop with either trees and shrubs or animals, or clean air. Everything is interconnected and if things are unbalanced the whole ship starts shaking.

I have nothing but awe for all the tough and in depth work the Center for Biological Diversity does. Working independently (it is a charity organization) it does its work with vigor and respect for er. well biological diversity. Which ultimately also means: for you and yours.

I love the fact that the Center for Biological Diversity is an organization with a serious group of environmental lawyers. The species they care about range from the charismatic megafauna to the tiniest animals. I love their website that keeps me in touch from a distance with the issues of my beloved Southwest. What's not to like about a environmental group based in Tucson, Arizona that shares a polar bear's view? I especially love their weird videos. It keeps me coming back to their website. I only wish I could do more.

This is an organization that actually makes a difference in getting the public's -- and lawmakers and industry's -- attention to environmental issues and wildlife concerns without the drama and hyperbole used by other nonprofits. The Center for Biological Diversity often is favorably mentioned in mainstream media as having been responsible for spearheading efforts to effect positive change to major, high-profile government or industry programs/projects that challenge the viability of the environment and stressed/threatened wildlife.

I've been an avid supporter of the Center for Biological Diversity for a number of years now. They do an incredible job of doing what needs to be done, in order to protect and preserve our wildlife and environment. They also do a bang-up job of protecting us from Big Oil, Bad Business, and an Uncooperative Government, both federal and state. I will continue to support them in their efforts to preserve and protect!

I am a retired US Forest Service Wildlife Biologist who had a 32 year career with the Agency and land management issues. Sometime during that career the Center came into focus taking the lead on many critical wildlife habitat controversies and all I can say is...Thank the Universe for their presence! Often when I feared the worse for the fate of key habitats and species protection, the Center was and still is there to serve as one of the most effective stalwharts to force, and sadly I do say force the Land Management Agencies to do the right thing for the land and its creatures and obey the land management plans, laws, regulations and policies the Agencies are directed by. The Center is a skilled reviewer of Agency plans and land management proposals, knows how to comment effectively, and develop and argument that time and time again wins when the issue has to go before a judge. Without the Center I dare say alot more critters and habitat would be on their way out, degraded or placed in extinction jeopardy even further. The Center effectively keeps our Land Management Agencies honest . Its one of the best right along with Defenders of Wildlife, Audubon and Earth Justice League.

I really depend on the Center to be in the forefront to protect endangered wildlife. i always rely on the email newsletter they put out often to inform me about the epic battles it is waging to defend plants and animals that can't speak for themselves. I know I can turn to them if wildlife in my area is threatened. Highest praise for their work.

They have the best newsletter, easy to read, great news about both victories and new challenges to our wild critters. And their name, it yells "good science" and that we are all a part of a biologically diverse planet that we need to sustain and support. I love their planned email action campaigns and the range of issues from local to international that they address. I always take part in their actions because they do the background work and aim the campaign where it will be most effective.This was one of the first groups in California to partner with other groups and start an anti-fracking strategy. We demonstrated at the Golden Gate Bridge in 2012 when most people hadn't heard of fracking. I had a great sign hand made by one of the Center for Biological Diversity staff members with magazine pictures of animals, endearing. Tourists from all over the world asked me about fracking and why it's bad. I'm usually shy with crowds, better one on one, but this was really fun. It started the ball rolling. They're smart, creative, passionately committed people with good ideas and sustained spark to follow through. A big bang for your monetary or volunteer buck.

I live in Australia but I find that their online newsletter gives me information about environmental/wildlife issues in the United States through articles and petitions. It makes me feel connected to causes I cannot directly participate in and the work that they do for the environment is terrific!

I would say the weekly news letter best sums up their positive impact. Each week their subscribers learn about important global issues and actions that are taking place all across the US and what we can do to support.

The Center for Biological Diversity is a tireless supporter of wildlife and the environment.

It is amazing what wide range of indigenous species this center for biological diversity protects through action alerts to the public and lawsuits. This is exactly what we need to keep as much of the native wildlife alive and with us. This agency lets people know when business and/or the gov't is killing wildlife and gives us a chance to do something about it.

The Center for Biological Diversity is so amazing. They provide detailed information about wildlife they are attempting to protect, and why this effort is so important. The CBD is so passionate about what they do and present convincing evidence for the energy they put into conservation of our vanishing critters, I just cannot look the other way. I get a lot of email from various organizations helping wildlife and the environment, and have to scan and discard much of it. Not so with the CBD...I always make a point to carefully read the excellent updates they send. I am a proud supporter of the Center for Biological Diversity!!

This group is by far the most effective of its kind. I appreciate public news alerts and opportunities for quick, targeted "voter action." Hats off to the center's hard-hitting legal team.

I have long been interested in environmental issues and this organization does a lot to help wildlife and environments.

This organization is by far the most effective and sincere of any environmental group in the United States. They have helped me in sharing their ecological ethics and the very reason why I , and all other life forms are here on earth are not dissimilar, but so much similar. I am excited to partake in their constant activism and philosophy of "always fight for what's right." My donations to them go much further than any other group I can think of. The earth and all its mystery of creatures are cherished, not destroyed by the forces of progress by way of this group and its hard-working and dedicated staff. May they grow larger and stronger every day.

I have long been an environmental supporter for saving the planet and the wildlife that lives with us here. Over the years I have taken an interest in many organizations that say they are committed to fighting degradation. In fact, though, The Center for Biological Diversity is the single organization that I have discovered actually does the research, takes the action and continues to fight even when they lose battles. Also, they spend their funds on the fight, not on frills, high salaries and fancy offices. They do the work, day after day and year after year. Wish I could clone them. For these reason, I put my money where my mouth is by donating monthly to support their efforts and dream someday of winning the lottery so I can make a giant donation.

In addition to being a donor, I respond to every request those at the Center make for me to take action to contact government agencies, congress, etc. knowing that the work of members is critical to the Center's success.

CBD is a lean, mean, working machine for the benefit of beleaguered plants, animals, and habitats in the US. They use the power of the courts and the laws to hold government agencies accountable for their actions. So much taxpayer money is diverted to programs that then become beholden to the lobbying actions of private business, and the corruption is glossed over or hidden. CBD exposes this fraud and waste and recalcitrance.
Center for Biological Diversity is also thankfully not of the Big Green bent, making secret deals with crooked politicians in exchange for lenience in other areas. They are one of the very few emphasizing the fundamental nature of the growth in human population that threatens all life on Earth. Without the slowing of the trajectory of human numbers, there is little hope for improving the outlook for other organisms.

Today we need humane organizations to ensure the our progeny are also humane and caring about the earth's future. I can rely on the Center for Biological Diversity to tirelessly work in this capacity, and keep me posted on what I can do. Thank you!

When I first received a Center for Biological Diversity message, forwarded from a friend, I thought "oh no, not another organization!" but, upon reading the newsletter, checking out the issues important to the Center, and taking the opportunity to act upon some of those concerns, I became a supporter. I find the updates contain a unique variety of environmental problems directly affecting species not always high on the visibility scale, and the grassroots feel of the organization appeals to me.

The reason I am proud to be a sustaining donor to the Center for Biological Diversity is that they devote their time and talents to protecting so many different species and types of flora and fauna. Also, I believe that their track record in suing various agencies to achieve their goals has had a greater ratio of success than any other environmental organization. Ron Vanderford Burbank, Ca

The Center for Biological Diversity is one of - if not the top - environmental organization of any I have ever been associated with.

I receive e-mail updates from the Center for Biological Diversity regularly and I never fail to take action on any of their incredibly important actions.

Elizabeth A. Taylor
Frenchtown, Montana

They are on the forefront of perhaps the greatest issue to face humanity in this age - the global destruction of a healthy and diverse natural environment. This includes the high-profile issue of climate change, but also covers the devastating loss of wildlife around the world. They focus on the key driving force of all this damage - the political power of wealthy destructive industries, but aren't afraid to include the public's participation in this force through our unsustainable energy use and consumer habits. They don't waste our time with glitzy offers or too much money-asking, and they don't compromise by supporting half-hearted legislative greenwashing, like many other groups.

This organization is very efficient and deserves all the recognition it can get

The Center for Biological Diversity works tirelessly to stem the tide of extinctions as our burgeoning human population is slowly squeezing all other creatures off our planet. Maybe its too late, but we have to try to slow down the worst mass extinction in history. I do not want our children's children to be told its too late.

Keep up your good work!

The Center for Biological Diversity does a lot of extremely important work on our behalf and on behalf of wildlife and our environment. It gives people a place to go to voice their concerns about the environment and wildlife.

It helps to educate the public and the government about concerns vital to us all and it does based on sound science

I thank the Center for Biological Diversity for defending our land and the animals that can't speak for themselves. They are active in educating the public about conservation and send updated information on their progress.

The Center for Biological Diversity always keeps me informed and educated thru their emails. Enlightens me to issues I care about and shows me ways to help. Their mission statement is clear and precise.

The Center for Biological Diversity has a clear and important mission statement. Their action emails and updates are informative and cover the environmental issues that matter to me.

The Center for Biological Diversity not only tells me about conservation I should be concerned about, and often gives me ways of showing this concern, it also tells me about success stories - which I need to hear even more.

Been supporting them for a long time, active on their petitions, very impressive work/results, incredible non profit!

I have been a member of environmental groups for several decades, but I have never seen one that accomplishes so much. I am proud to be a member of this hard-working, courageous, and knowledgeable group of environmental activists. You can see their work in practically every part of the country. They are there. I have stopped giving my money to other more well-known groups. My money is on the Center for Biological Diversity.

The Center for Biological Diversity does good work, and they make it easy for me to take actions on issues that I care about. Great job.

I have been reading about the actions of the Center for Biological Diversity for over a decade and our area has benefited directly from their work to protect habitat and species. I have found their website to be an invaluable source for information and they are very responsive to our needs here in the Mojave Desert. This charity is definitely the most dedicated and hardworking group of environmental stewards that I have come across.

One of the most effective, passionate and hardworking charity green groups.

Whatever the Center for Biological Diversity espouses checks out, on further research, to be worthy and important. They use their funds wisely and seem to us to be a model of rectitude.

In understanding our world, our communities around us better, you need look no further than The Center for Biological Diversity...

The Center for Biological Diversity is the only environmental group educating about the connection between species' extinction and human overpopulation. They are the ones who have the courage to bring this connection up, in imaginative ways, which the media and other non-profits avoid because of its unpopularity. They also act tirelessly to protect endangered species and call out government malfeasance toward our precious wildlife.

This stunning organization is smart, reasonable and passionate all at the same time. They pick their issues carefully, explain them thoroughly, and follow through skillfully. Their staff clearly knows what they're doing. There is no check I write with greater pleasure and confidence. Five Stars!

The Center has become one of my favorite NGO's because of the results its achieved. I have mainly worked for greater wolf protection over the years, and really like the focus and effort on the Center on this topic.

The Center is unique. Its founder, Kieran Suckling, and a few friends hit upon a novel idea: preserve wlderness by invoking the Endangered Species Act. Seems like a no-brainer now but then it was novel and had not been implemented. And so the Center, while not as populous as say the Sierra Club, is in fact far more efficacious at preserving wilderness. I have a long history of donating to wilderness and wildlife organizations and have given to at least a dozen of them toward that end. As the years went by I gravitated more and more to the Center and less to the other charities I support. Not that I don't still support the others - organizations like NRDC with its emphasis on whale protection also need generous support. So do humane societies of course. The fact remains that CBD is simply more effective than any of the others and deserves our greatest support. And no, I am not a volunteer or stakeholder in any way - just a hiker who bemoans the disappearance of wilderness values. (Tried hiking the Grand Canyon on an unmaintained trail lately? Hope you like aircraft noise continuously from dawn to dusk).

My "inner greenie" began to emerge when I was in my teens, and in the many years since that time, I have found the Center for Biological Diversity to one of the best organizations out there - educated, informed, proactive, championing for well known and barely known species alike. I've seen groups come and go, and my support for several has diminished over time, but never for CBD. They keep their readers/supporters well informed, and provide many opportunities for involvement in various actions they are taking. Were both in this for the long haul.

This organization is run by people who are smart, practical, and effective. They do one thing almost no other green organization has the courage to do: they address overpopulation. Good for them!

Very good job what you guys do. A lot of people would be on the dark without your presence. I think it's awesome that your organization worries about what important for wildlife that people forget that with out it we are doomed. So thank you for your work!

The breadth and depth of the Center's reporting and activism keeps me informed and our wildlife surviving..... even thriving. Many, many kudos are deserved

Center for Biological Diversity INC is a wonderful initiative protecting animals and environment, I always follow their news and sign their petitions. I believe they are great at attracting attention to and raising awareness of ecological issues across the US. I wish there were more organizations like this out there...

This organization does a great job researching and being on top of issues that affect the health of our planet. They analyze the information and educate the general public about what needs to be done to protect our planet. They do a great job raising consciousness on these matters and providing tools to bring about positive change.

They do an amazing job of safe guarding our precious biodiversity. It is their special niche and they are always protecting species and are very successful in their efforts.

They are, quite simply, the very best organization of their kind. From their "Endangered Earth Online" internet publication to all of the work they do for all of the flora and fauna, no matter how big, small, rare, or numerous, they do consistently great work.

I always look forward to receiving the Center for Biological Diversity's newsletter. It is educational and pro-active with just the right mix of humor. The Center has a multi-pronged approach to saving the planet. Everything from taking legal action to safeguard species at risk to raising awareness about the link between population growth and loss of habitat for already stressed wildlife populations. I wholeheartedly recommend them if you are looking for an excellent non-profit that gets results.

The Center works on many aspects related to the environment; species survival, EPA issues, lawsuits, etc; with good results. Very happy to contribute.

My career has been in research to conserve the nation's natural resources, so I know what is needed to do so. The Center for Biological Diversity is a highly effective NGO that does what it takes to protect vulnerable wild animals and plants and their required habitat. So effective my congressman once stated that this organization is his greatest nemesis in promoting logging and other development on public lands. The CBD holds quarterly phone briefings on their progress and listens to what members have to say. I have made this .org the principal beneficiary of my estate because of their work.

An organization whose accomplishments far outshine its small size and visibility relative to a lot of the large, high-profile, famous groups, the Center for Biological Diversity concentrates on the harsh realities of what we as a species are doing to the planet and the other species with whom we (are supposed to) share our only home. Instead of beating their own drum and shouting to gain attention in the media, the Center gets to work and wins protections for species and habitat, educating the public along the way. I can't think of another group that does more to endeavor to save our planet, our fellow animals, and, in so doing, ourselves. Contributors can rest assured that their donations will be well and honestly spent doing what they actually donate to and for.

The web site for Center for Biological Diversity is one of the best sites to read for saving the planet. There discriptions are well written, very informative and has good back up material. I find the information compelling and exciting. They give references for further information and are they are willing to fight for the tiniest of organism. I wish every site was as easy and interesting to read. The email that they send are a comfortable length so I can get a quick read and then go back to get more information that I want when I have the time. The photography is wonderful and makes me more interested in reading the content.

I first noticed Center for Biological Diversity in an email years ago, touching on the subject of human overpopulation. Since then I have become an avid fan who routinely participates in various issues that CFBC covers. ALL of the issues are of paramount importance and the writers are very professional in addressing the concerns surrounding them.

I was very impressed with the campaign where I received condoms to pass out, reflecting the dire situation of human overpopulation. The packages were unique and powerful. The people who I gave them out to were very surprised, but it made them think about the issue and want to spread the word as well.

We need more organizations like this to save our planet and ALL its amazing species.

Priceless contribution to our planet and the species inhabiting it. We need more people and organizations like Center for biological diversity!

The work this organization does is profoundly powerful. Thank you for giving members of the public the platform and opportunity to raise our voices for important issues and legislation to help preserve the environment and the life in it.

This request for a review comes at an interesting moment for me. I am a professional in the sense that I am a writer and teacher who is devoted to earth based consciousness. http://deenametzger.net. And so always attuned to what we might really do and become on behalf of restoring creation before the earth and all its beings are doomed by human activity. [Perhaps also known in a small way as an elephant whisperer.] Last week, before a workshop back east, i began thinking about the Center, your newsletter and activities, and noticing how much attention I pay when i see Karen Suckling's name and so I decided to go on line and see who you each are. I was deeply taken by the list of younger, for the most part, passionate, devoted, skilled, ethical human beings working in individual ways on behalf of the earth. i am grateful for your devotion to the large and the small,. Your sense of connection to the local particular as well as global need. Though I am not financially able to support you in the ways I wish i could, or rather support the work in the ways I would if i had the means, i do feel that we are in profound alliance. My hope is that our gifts and mandates will find ways to collaborate on behalf of the future and all beings. Deena Metzger

I would like to thank the important efforts by the Center for Biological Diversity particularly with raising concerns about the antiquated and outdated slaughter practices of the Wildlife Service, fighting for numerous species protections from corporate and developing interests and the pawns within government itself and lastly the most challenging of issues - the human population explosion!

The Center does great work in championing protection for species and habitats. The newsletter lets me know my monthly donations are contributing to that end. I also like that they discuss overpopulation as a contributing factor to loss of species and habitats, which many other nonprofits do not address.

The Center for Biological Diversity is the organization I take most seriously. Their record of success and dedication to the areas or issues they address, no matter the controversy, demonstrate their courage and principled approach to their work and the welfare of the planet. I cannot say enough about them.

They are a wonderfully educational bunch of folks. And they aren't afraid to address the most important reason for many of the problems facing the earth today: human population. Almost no other organization does this.

I love the Center for Biological Diversity! Their newsletters are my favorite out of all similar organizations. They make it easy to understand and act on issues at hand.

I appreciate and admire The Center for Biological Diversity more than I can express. They use the Endangered Species Act and the legal system to protect all manner of flora and fauna. They secured an agreement in 2011 to protect 757 endangered species and have an unprecedented record of success. Their fund of knowledge concerning the environment, mutual dependency between the various species of life, issues regarding climate change and it's effect on life is superior to that of any other groups I have been exposed to. They have a wonderful way of teaching which educates the layperson sufficiently that we are equipped to extend that knowledge to others, while simultaneously inspiring us to do so. They create and organize opportunities which enable the people in general to easily take political action regarding these issues. They also work in conjunction with other environmentally concerned organizations to increase their effectiveness. They have a great sense of humor and a phenomenal staff. I have read all their bios. I learn a great deal from the Center and it has enriched my life. They have inspired me to become more politically active for the environment than I would ever have imagined myself becoming. They have great smarts and great hearts and apply them in a most effective way bringing immeasurable positive change and hope for a bright future to our Earth. To sum it up I would say they are rock stars, but that would be insufficient. Punk Rock Stars would be a more accurate metaphor.

The Center for Biological Diversity is an amazing entity. NO organism is too small or insignificant for them to tirelessly fight for its protection. This is because they understand that ecosystems are intricately evolved to work in complicated ways we can only guess at. Every organism has a role and affects each other. To preserve one organism we have to help the others. Every newsletter I receive is proof of their hard work and effectiveness, they have so many success stories. They are largely responsible for getting these organisms legal protection and I am proud to be a contributor and to participate in their actions. Thank you for fighting for the good of all life.

Consistantly giving a voice to all the creatures without one, and all environment issues that are overlooked or brushed under - the Center for Biological Diversity is getting the tough stuff done. What an amazing group. Kudos, and keep up the good work of making change and fighting for what's right

The Center for Biological Diversity is a stellar organization that helps promote and protect our natural beauty. It allows the general public to participate in petitions and events that can help make our nation's decision-makers more aware of situations and more alert of what the public demands. The newsletters the Center sends offers a lot of information both about dangers and about successes of endangered animals. I would recommend anyone and everyone to join with the Center and make a difference for our planet.

I am deeply impressed by the Center for Biological Diversity's excellent, dedicated environmental work. As an environmental advocacy organization, it educates about a diverse variety of issues, offers expert advice on ways to reduce negative impact on the earth and action alerts, and firsthand experiences from the front lines of environmental crusading. I highly recommend supporting this organization.

The Center For Biological Diversity has been at the forefront of environmental issues for years. They were the first major group to confront overpopulation and connect it to global warming and climate change. They have also effectively won Endangered Species Protection status for hundreds of animals and plants in the past couple of years. They are one of the best groups out there when it comes to fighting for the environment

This outfit is doing exactly what I would do if I had a huge trust fund behind me. They are a bunch of attorneys educated in the biological sciences who sue to ensure that existing environmental laws are followed. They litigate against states, the federal government, and corporations and they win. Thanks to them, a whole lot of acres are saved from damage, ocean dwellers are protected from careless or excessive harvest, and pollution is curtailed. They are as committed to obscure little beings as they are to charismatic mega fauna--from Bartram's scrub hair-streak butterfly to wolves.

Humans are trashing the planet at quite a clip. CBD is effective in slowing down the damage. In addition, they do a great job of communicating with their donors or anyone else on their mailing list.

I've met some of these people and they are dedicated, competent folks. Your donation to CBD won't be wasted.

What a great organization! They get out the information about, and take action for, all manner of issues related to the environment and, especially, its creatures. I had not heard of them till I noticed that many of the articles I read related to issues I cared about mentioned them as especially well informed about the issue and/or in the forefront of the action to get the right thing done. From everything I see, they are conscientious, efficient, tenacious, and filled with heart.

great causes and seem to get things done. Inspirational at times.

The Center for Biological Diversity has waged a campaign to expand protections upon endangered species and the habitats crucial to their survival for a good many years. Their stats show an impressive success rate in the effort to awaken the relevant government figures and agencies to the urgent need for wildlife conservation today. I am proud to add my name to most of the petitions they circulate via e-mail to assist in advancing conservation initiatives.

I have supported the Center for quite awhile now - the reason is because these guys are effective - I can see my money working in lawsuits against the feds, etc. The Center considers all creatures great and small to be important - everybody cares about polar bears, but who cares about frogs? The Center cares, and wants to make sure everyone is aware of how humans are driving them to extinction. Kudos to Kieran for the quarterly briefings, and the way the staff makes donors feel cherished and special.

The environment is my top priority and has been for many years. Over the years, the Center for Biological Diversity has earned my respect and is the environmental group I support the most, with monthly donations and responses to their requests for email activism.

My name is Barbara Cain. I am a retired teacher in Tucson, AZ. I have supported the work of the Center for Biological Diversity for many years with whatever financial contributions I could manage. However, last Spring I answered the call for a volunteer data entry person. I have been averaging 5-8 hours a week at the Tucson office entering important data into their system. The Center does valuable work fighting to save wildlife and our fragile environment. They are working to stop Climate change before it is too late!
I am impressed with the staffs' devotion to the environment in every aspect of the office routine. I hope that when I finish with the data entry , they will have some other way for me to contribute to their ongoing projects. They are an effective organization in our fight to save the Earth. I am a member and a supporter.

The Center for Biological Diversity is one of the most effective groups fighting to save our planet that exists. It is responsible for saving huge numbers of ecosystems, and the species that inhabit them, by educating the public, filing lawsuits, and fighting in court for those that cannot defend themselves, mainly, the planet. The lawsuits they have filed have stopped mining, fishing, drilling, etc., before they can inflict irreparable damage to the environment and the species that they inhabit.

As a Science teacher, cytogeneticist, parent, grandparent, and lover of the incredible beauty and biodiversity of our planet, I am so grateful to the Center for Biological Diversity for fighting the fight for all living things.

A very effective environmental organization working overtime to protect the wild world and all it's creatures.

The Center For Biological Diversity is at the forefront of any major issue affecting our wildlife or environment. If you sincerely care about animals, the environment, conservation, and all things
inter-related, than the Center For Biological Diversity is your best source of knowledge.

They are definitely on top of their game and any breaking news or important issues, is immediately
addressed and dispersed to members. Why is this so important? Because the faster we are informed
of issues, the quicker we respond and it vastly increases our ability to resolve them.

If you really care about our environment and wildlife and have a thirst for knowledge, then you have to
be a part of the Center For Biological Diversity. They are simply the best.

The Center for Biological Diversity brings together everything I love - connecting all life on the planet. I am so impressed that they fight to protect habitat, force climate change to be part of the plan, and are one of the few organizations talking about over-population and its effect on the biota.

I have participated for many years in their condom distribution program of condoms in quirky endangered species packaging.

I am so impressed with their successes that I have been inspired to study a field which holds little interest (and often repugnance) for me -- law, but focusing on environmental law. They convinced me that the only good things that happen for wildlife protection are adjudicated. And there's much work to be done.

The Center has been so successful with its attempts to help vanishing species. A+

Great organization. I think your work is truly compelling. I always learn something new and feel like you are making a difference toward maintaining a sustainable planet.

I think you have been doing a Really Great Job!
I think that they do a really good job helping out as many animals as they can.

The CBD became known to me several years ago. When I entered my fifties, I had all but given up the fight against the tyranny of developers, oil companies, ignorant politicians, and our impotent government. But like a caped crusader of courtroom justice, the CBD appeared to save the day and my hope. Since my introduction to this organization, joining as a member and ongoing supporter I am always learning, signing, petitioning. I even added my personal affidavit to the CBD case to hold BP Oil responsible for all that occurred from their negligence which affected my life as a resident in the Gulf (I live on one of the FL Keys). The newsletter is presented in an enlightening manner with GOOD NEWS to prevent those of us in a constant state of depression over the decline of the natural world from being suicidal. I am especially fond of Kieran's WILD & WEIRD section at the end of each brief which leaves you with a smile. Some days it is the only moment of my day that merits a smile. Thank you CBD for every effort you put forth!

As a Biology professor I have admired the work of the Center for Biological Diversity since I learned about them several years ago. They are down in the trenches doing the hard legal work that needs to be done to protect our environment. They also do a great job of getting the word out as to what the problems are and how you can help. Their recent landmark victory to speed up the evaluation of hundreds of candidate endangered species that had been lying in administrative limbo for decades was just one of their important victories. I strongly support the work they do and wish I could do more.

I think the Center for Biological Diversity is doing a wonderful job. Since becoming acquainted with them, I have signed many petitions that have had great results, and I applaud them for using the legal system as a means to stop the rampant destruction of our environment by Big Oil & Gas and other Big Corporations that care only about profits and nothing about the people or creatures that must breathe the tainted air and drink the poisoned waters they produce in their wake.

Not only are they doing great work but their emails to the general public are very helpful, encouraging and informative.

The Center for Biological Diversity has never disappointed us. No matter what the issue, they are the ones in Court or in the field, doing the work that makes the difference. They have so many issues that they handle and work on that we can't tell you which ones we are the most proud of. I guess if we had to choose it would be their long standing support of the wolves who have been kicked off the Endangered Species list. But not one of the other environmental organizations has done as much in court or in the field to help these wonderful apex predators.

My recent experience with this group was very troubling. They seemed more interested in having petitions accepted than protecting the environment. When invited to help protect fish "on the ground", our local community was told that the CBD had "no responsibility" to act at the local level. I personally found their local rep to be rude, vulgar, and very unprofessional. Local environmental groups have distanced themselves from them now and they have few local allies. My personal opinion is that this group is more of a lawsuit factory than a protector of the environment. I hope this changes in the future, as those of us interested in protecting the environment rather than making headlines could use all the help we can get.

The Center for Biological Diversity a true leader in environmental protection. They take the lead in pursuing legal action to stop destruction and pollution of the envirnment as well as securing protection for endangered species and the habitat in which they live. I have been a member of this organization for years as well as a frequent contributor to specific needs as they come up.

This organization saves everything from blades of grass and air to creatures that fly, earth bound animals "creepy crawlers" under the grass and sea life. Their work is without boundaries and without end.

The Center for Biological Diversity does an astounding amount of work in all areas of wildlife and environmental protection. They are working to protect the Earth, realizing that a healthy world teeming with wildlife diversity is the most healthy environment for people too. Without people like those at the Center the world would be destroyed by those who let the almighty dollar rule their thinking. It is inspiring and gratifying to see the commitment and results that the Center achieves.

As an advocate for animal rights, I am sometimes frustrated by environmental organizations' stances (or lack thereof) on certain issues. But this organization not only does amazing work for the environment AND for the animals but they are the only organization I know of that tackles head on the enormous problem of human overpopulation. For that alone they should be noticed and thanked.

I find that the CBD works tirelessly on behalf of countless species. They are professional, thorough, caring, and effective. I rely on their emails which are informative and dependable, and I try to respond to all of their action alerts in a timely manner. I donate whenever I can.

This charity and endangered species program has informed me EVERY step of the way as it pertains to our world and state environments; I have emailed representatives and kept myself informed via this cause and many more and am grateful for their passionate sense and love for mother Earth. There is only one planet like ours and endangered species has helped keep me informed and I have volunteeered via email to help bring about the needed changes that should be done by government before its too late.

I first learned about the Center for Biological Diversity from the book Eco Barons by Edward Humes, and I have been a huge fan ever since! This organization has done so much to help to protect the environment! I would hate to imagine what our country would be like without their critical work and accomplishments! Sincerely, I am honored to take part in all the petition letters that they send to the government and other decision makers to help protect our planet. I hope to do more for the Center in the future, and I pray that others will want to do so as well!

They do an incredible job of monitoring wildlife and plants across the United States and internationally. They make the government agencies aware of species that are on the brink and work with them to get protections. And they never give up until they succeed. I give almost exclusively to wildlife and environmental organizations and this one accomplishes the most and is my favorite. They also are the only one which works to save amphibians, reptiles, and plants. They are courageous too, being the only environmental group willing to tackle the issue of overpopulation.

This organization really knows how to work! They dig in and get the job done. The people work tirelessly to help wildlife and the environment. I've been especially impressed with what I've seen in regard to their wolf protection programs. Please keep up the GREAT work! The animals are counting on you!

This group works to save endangered species and also works on improving the planet for everyone. I can't think of a nicer goal than helping everyone save species that are endangered through things like climate change or pollution. They do great work and should be praised for their efforts

I feel that the Centre is doing a fantastic job on behalf of all of us who care for our endangered planet. Without there care in wanting to protect but wildlife and the environment, our world, which has been sadly neglected by governments around the world, the world would be in a far worse state than it is at present. I encourage everyone to stand up and be counted in the Center aim to protect and preserve our world, which is being destroyed by governments thinking only of the short term profits. Our world is not like a holiday home that we can change when we get fed up with it. If we continue to destroy it as we are we will destroy ourselves at the same time.

The Center for Biological Diversity is international in its scope, targeting the needs from "down under" Australia to "south of the border" Mexico. Its clients range from reefs to redwoods, from the smallest insect to our giant whales.
Their call to action is impressive as well as their organizational ties to other environmental groups. They well understand that " It takes a village" to allow for improvement and change.

I love that they save animals large and small. We are only making ourselves extinct when we end up having no clean water and we decimate our own food sources. The Center gets it-some people think animals need population control-it's actually us humans that need population control!

The Center For Biological Diversity is one of the hardest working wildlife charities in operation. Kieran Suckling is a charismatic leader who refuses to back down against the powerful forces seeking to exploit wildlife and wildlands for personal gain and profit. A leader and Organization we can believe will put the needs of our planet and it's many inhabitants before their own. Thank-you, thank-you, thank-you!

Michael James Quillin

These days, our environment needs all the help it can get. The Center for Biological Diversity has impressed me with their activism and effectiveness.

I support the CBD because they are highly effective in attaining their goals, in making the public aware of the issues, in providing several avenues for the public to support their efforts, and in their management of the monies they raise. I support several wildlife and wilderness funds, but this in one of the most important to me, along with the National Resources Defense Fund.

These people are all business--and they know their business better than any other group. They are effective most where it counts most--in the courts and chambers of Washington. Extremely capable staff. Anyone who believes in their veins that all life is one on this Earth and warrants equal consideration and worth--for our sake and their's, should donate what they can for the future of our planet and all its inhabitants. I only wish there was another group like the Center whose efforts were worldwide instead of only United States.

This non-profit works tirelessly to protect our environment, natural habitats, endangered species and much more. Because they are science-based, they understand the interrelatedness of all living beings and base their work on projects that will be successful because of it.

every time there is an attack by pofiteers on land/animals/air/water this group helps to investigate to see that we live in accordance with protecting life on earth.this is a wonderful group that can always be relied upon.

Many nonprofits are fighting for the big famous species: the whales, lions, tigers, wolves, elephants, rhinos, and so on. Very few conservation groups give such a high profile and spend so many of their scarce resources on the little guys, the rodents and reptiles and amphibians and fish and invertebrates and plants. Every time I receive an e-mail from the Center for Biological Diversity, I read about their fights on behalf of critters like the Indiana Bat, Smallnose Shiner, Jollyville Plateau Salamander, Lange's Metalmark, Phantom Springsnail, Fuzzy Pigtoe, Pecos Amphipod, Obey Crayfish, Fickelson Plains Cactus, Coleman's Coralroot... The list goes on through hundreds of species! As a biologist who studies and has taught biodiversity, I greatly appreciate the fact that this group is pushing to conserve species that even I have not heard of before, and that most US citizens have no clue exist.

They waste too much money on litigation, not enough on setting aside lands and conservation efforts for species.

The Center for Biological Diversity is fantastic at zeroing in on vital projects and exerting effective efforts to achieve success!

The utilization of lawsuits by the Center for Biological Diversity is a very effective strategy to protect as many species as practically possible using our current legal system. I find their e-mails wonderfully informative but succinct, which allows me to be knowledgeable on the plight of many animals and plants regardless of my busy schedule. This charity is par non one of the best out there. Support them to protect the wildlife and our own well being.

The Center for Biological Diversity is as far as I need to go to rest assured that my concerns about the welfare of our environment are being represented and aggressively acted upon. The Center for Biological Diversity is my primary source for the information I want to know about the state of our planet. The dedication of the staff astounds me, forever diligent, thorough, and unwavering in their commitment to bringing the truth to light and working hard to keep that light alive. The center's Pop X campaign deserves special mention because of its willingness to press forward where many fear to tread. The ease with which the center makes my involvement possible is appreciated. Being part of an organization that is so large and yet so accessible has brought me a sense of personal empowerment. Thank you Center of Biological Diversity for all you do to protect the animals and wild places I love! You are sustaining quality of life for us all.

There are only 2 environmental agencies that I fully support without question... the Center for Biological Diversity and World Wildlife Federation. I enjoy the format and believe the topics are worthwhile. I also see the impact that the Center for Biological Diversity makes and that it is consistent. I have been an activist for over 10 years and plan on working with them at least that long again. Thank you for doing what you do!

As an advocate and sometimes activist for environmental protection, especially protection for endangered species, I have followed the work done by the Center for Biological Diversity since the mid 80's. There is no doubt, that pound for pound, dollar for dollar, CBD is arguably the leanest, greenest wildlife/wildland advocacy nonprofits in the world.

I admire their science-based no-frills approaches to defending wildlife, and a number of their lawsuits and timely-filed motions have benefited wildlife in my area, possibly saving some from extinction. Most recently, they won protection for the Jollyville Salamander in Western Travis County and Williamson County. This delicate species, which really represents the health of waterways for thousands of acres, have a more hopeful future because of the dedicated, persevering efforts of the Center for Biological Diversity.

Center for Biological Diversity is a group of passionate and hardworking individuals dedicated to saving our wildlife & nature with everything in it. I believe in their work 100%!

I am nobody special. Just a simple stay at home mom, not especially educated, but not completely devoid of intelligence. I have had trouble finding work like the next person in this economy. I have had my relatively good times of employment for a few years, though I wouldn't call it a career. I wish I had known about this organization back then, when I was donating to various places for environmental, animal and human rights. I never had much, but I didn't mind giving for things I believed in (& still believe in). I never bothered even claiming these donations on my taxes, as I gave freely, with my heart & don't really care about getting something back for it. I have never been particularly prone to blatant activism, like attending protest rallies or even writing letters or calling for causes. I have, however, enjoyed on-line activism like easily sending e-mails. Sometimes I personalize them, but other times, I don't feel qualified to truly comment other than sample letters provided. What I have noted is that the Center for Biological Diversity Inc provides a wide variety of help and information on the aforementioned issues with a solid background of scientific backup and they make it accessible to the layman, like myself, in a straightforward, easy to understand manner & convenient setting. Just as importantly, they get results and we get to help! Yes, even those like me who cannot personally attend and don't always have the time or wherewithal to make it personal. We can feel like we make a difference and that we truly have a greater understanding of the scope of situations going on in our own backyard and across the world. I may not be able to volunteer or donate AT THIS TIME, but I can open my mouth and give a shout out on their behalf and I gladly do so here. Dear Readers, I hope you can either relate or empathize with what I've said and realize what an asset this organization is and can be...with our help.

The information and action of Center staff is first-rate in the business. Their work is timely, forward-looking and highly effective. Species needing protection have no greater friend!

When I was writing my policy paper on endangered species for the Animals and Society Institute, I found the Center for Biological Diversity a valuable resource. For depth of information and shrewd choices in strategy, I think CBD is priceless.

This charity is very effective and is scientifically based. They do not waste money on huge executive salaries. Nor do they compromise with polluting corporations. They are courageous and are making a significant difference for our environment and the animals that are struggling to survive in it.

They do a lot for animal's welfare. Anything we can do to help them is supreme.

I find that the Center for Biological Diversity stands behind their goals. They take those who do harm to our environment and work with them, or take action against them. They are also the only environmental group that really stresses the role that overpopulation plays in harming our planet. Who doesn't love the Endangered Species condom campaign?
They never littler my snail mailbox or my inbox with spam.

Understanding completely the losses being suffered by animals, plants, ecosystems, CBD has developed a strong legal and scientific approach to more of the necessary protection than any other nonprofit.
Beginning in the vision of environmental activists, like Founding Director Kieran Suckling, the organization duels fiercely for the living earth, against logging, mining, and fossil fuel industries.
One of the three large organizations to which I donate, because of their effectiveness and interest in both local and worldwide environmental and species preservation issues, I spend time writing here as I believe them to be the most effective (although their reputation is fast making them the most vilified by consumptive and destructive users of public lands).
I further believe that the only trustworthy individuals you can find in this work, are those with credentials like that of the original EarthFirst! people, who made no compromise in defense of the vulnerable natural world.
CBD works with Earthjustice litigators, with local and tribal biologists, environmental lawyers, and many, many smaller such organizations (protecting areas as small as the Proposed RIshardson Grove redwood-killing road expansion to entire oceans, from the plight of the ecologically vital Native Gray Wolf to tiny desert fish populations), establishing a coalition or partnership to firmly counter the corrupt government actions and unethical corporate thieves of the world's natural life and heritage.

Egotistical and lacking in professional cooperation.

They hosted a great lecture in SF the other night on the history of wolves in the US, and specifically the current whereabouts of OR-7 (the wolf that ventured into, and now out of California). The talk was scientific and balanced. Really, really excellent. I so appreciate their messaging in general in that it is not overly sentimental and schmaltzy. They have been instrumental in challenging laws and working to change legislation. I will continue to support them.

I love this organization's communication and outreach strategy. They're bold, informative and even humorous. It's been great following their successes, and I wish them many more to come!

The Center for Biological Diversity is one of the best groups of environmentalists in the world, and probably the best in America, in terms of the success of their campaigns in protecting endangered species through legal action. They have a lot of opposition from some of the worst enemies anyone could come up against (evil big oil companies, corrupt politicians, secretive state services, etc...) and yet they are still here fighting them all, and winning in many cases! The evidence of this opposition is in some of the ridiculous negative reviews some fools have written in an attempt to sabotage the CBD's good work but you only have to look at the overall review score to see this is an excellent and well respected charity that needs as much help as possible to continue to fight America's evils. Good job!! SAVE THE WOLVES!!!

The most effective environmental group there is, protecting species through litigation to uphold and strengthen the Endangered Species Act, Clean Water and Clean Air Acts. They are the reason I can
sleep at all at night! You won't find a stuffed animal or tote bag on CBD, and they have no lobbyists
in Washington D.C. They back down from no one, and don't compromise protecting the existence in
our world of the vast diversity of wild animals and plants. They do so though science, law and creative
media.
Please watch this new info. video & I'm pretty sure you'll soon be another devoted volunteer for CBD.
Sign/Forward their vital Petitions Please!!!
http://www.biologicaldiversity.org/support/video.html

These guys made an agreement with the government to kill wolves. What a disgrace. If you want to support a great organization give to Wild Earth Guardians.

Another group of lying extremists smearing Americans and attacking the Constitution at: http://nrahostage.com/ Why do their contributors support this divisive sedition?

This has to be one of the best conservation charities out there. They focus on key things and spend their money wisely so their effect is maximized. They manage to get a lot done and I am much happier about the future now I know they exist. Keep up the great work.

I've supported the Center for Biological Diversity since their early years and began volunteering in their headquarters just over a year ago. Working side-by-side with staff confirmed my belief that CBD is constituted of incredibly intelligent and hard-working people who are fully dedicated to saving endangered species. They work efficiently, run a frugal office, walk the talk in the best of ways, and have amassed a huge portfolio of successes in protecting wildlife and habitat. As human beings, they are the cream of the crop.

These jokers are out to destroy American ranching & farming, under the guise of 'fake' endangered species, like the overpopulated wolves. Not sure WHERE they think the food they eat as well as, their children, grandchildren AND dogs & cats...comes from?? They should NOT have NPO status for being anti-American.

Horrible organization. Rather than put their feet on the ground protecting the environment and cleaning up their own backyards they spend all their time hiring lawyers, using government funds through the Equal Access to Justice Act to sue the government over species. The government usually settles with them and just gives them money and their way regardless the destruction to private citizens without access to this kind of cushy deal. They put hundreds of thousands of people out of business each year. Do they protect species and environment no, they enrich themselves and their organization.

The CBD puts their money where their mouth is. They defended and won the protection for countless species across the globe. They use the money we given them for EXACTLY what they claim to use it for. I'm a very happy supporter!

I joined the Center for Biological Diversity years ago, and while my membership has expanded to many other environmental groups as well, my contributions to this group have increased! They are unique in that they battle the issues legally, lawsuit after lawsuit, to protect land, water, air, climate, species and ecosystems. Their financial record is impeccable, so giving to them is giving to the causes, effectively. They are smart folks, choosing issues that matter to the sustainability of our planet, based in hard science. I am so proud of the Center. Their website is excellent, educating me on issues and their actions. When I vacationed in New Mexico last winter, I was appalled at the effort to eradicate the few remaining wolves, vowing never to return to that state, and saw first hand what the Center is up against when they fight to protect a rare and endangered species. I love so many environmental groups t is hard to choose only one, but if one deserves an A+, is the the Center for Biological Diversity. Tia, a member from Maine.

I have been a fan and member of the Center for Biological Diversity (CBD) for many years now. They absolutely put their money where their mouth is, by keeping members current on all the latest environmental destruction and preservation news in the USA and beyond, going into legal battle to stop governement and corporate devastation to wildlife and wild lands, and motivating with successful drives to get us all involved as active citizens to email, call, or gather for the sake of biological diversity preservation. I'm especially impressed by them being one of the few organizations to seriously address overpopulation, which is by far the number one reason we are experiencing rapid climate change, running out of natural resources, and sending species to extinction. There's just far too many of us and finite space. My only concern is that CBD has supported the construction of industrial sized solar and wind power grids in the western deserts, which have very delicate, rare ecosystems that are being severely compromised by these developments. We should be promoting solar and wind in cities, on warehouse rooftops, vacant lots, and anywhere else that is already degraded--but not pristine desert lands. Other than that, their record is fantastic on conservation of our species and wild places.

As someone who often gets behind in checking email, I do a lot of wholesale deleting without reading. Practically the only non-personal messages I do read are those from the Center for Biological Diversity. I know that there will always be valuable information contained in them as well as opportunities to help make a difference by contacting decision-makers on critical issues. Moreover, I feel confident that any financial help they receive is well-spent.

The Center for Biological Diversity is in the vanguard of the fight to save, not just endangered species, but the entire planet. It understands that we are destroying a celestial gift that we have not even begun to see, let alone understand. Are we to leave future generations a diminished treasure? Romney, Trump et al would do well to channel their millions toward this effort.

They are at the forefront of all the environmental needs of the moment. They collaborate with other groups to file lawsuits and pursue actions. They also stuck a successful agreement with the US Fish & Wildlife Service to finally list 767 species on the Endangered Species list. What could be more triumphant than that? Well, unfortunately, there is a lot more to do and they are continuing the fight!

I wrote them few times but never got an answer. very disappointing.

i VE BEEN PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT ONE WAY OR THE OTHER SINCE I WAS TEN YEARS OLD, IM NOW 60 AND STILL VERY ACTIVE ON THIS FRONT.I HAVE SEEN A GREAT MANY CHANGES REGARDING PEOPLES ATTITUDES TOWARDS DEFORESTATION,ANIMAL PROTECTION, CLIMATE CHANGE ETC.IN 1962 IT WASNT COOL (IN MY SCHOOL ANYWAY) TO BE AN ENVIRONMENTALIST OR SOMEONE WHO CARED PASSIONATELY FOR WILDLIFE, TREES AND THE ENVIRONMENT AND I USED TO GET QUITE A BIT OF STICK FROM MY SCHOOLMATES.BUT GRADUALLY, OVER THE YEARS , MANY PEOPLE HAVE CHANGED THEIR ATTITUDES MAINLY DUE TO THE HARD WORK OF ORGANISATIONS SUCH AS THE CENTRE FOR BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY. I AM PROUD TO BE A MEMBER OF THIS GREAT ORGANISATION AND THE DEDICATION AND ACHIEVEMENTS NEVER CEASES TO AMAZE ME.I SUPPORT MANY ENVIRONMENTAL ORGANISATIONS INCLUDING GREENPEACE , FRIENDS OF THE EARTH .350.ORG, 10-10, TO NAME BUT A FEW.OF WHICH THE CENTRE FOR BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY IS AMONGST THE GREATEST.

The CENTER FOR BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY INC. engages in litigation and initiates petitions to help protect and fight for the safeguarding and preservation of threatened and endangered species.

Very useful weekly newsletter with short summaries and links to longer stories. Always some fun news at the end, such as this week's "spooky species of All Hallows' Eve". Also has frequent petitions to sign so people can do something about the problems they read about.