My Nonprofit Reviews

The Center for Biological Diversity doesn't get the kind of publicity of some of the bigger players like NRDC or The Nature Conservancy, but they really punch above their weight in making impact with their resources. Some people have criticized the organisation for filing a lot of lawsuits - but that is what it takes to get anything done, sadly. It is because they (and other organisations) will put their necks on the line to defend natural habitats and biodiversity and legislation like the Endangered Species Act from attack by vested interests that we have seen a remarkable recovery in some species like the California condor, gray whales and bald eagles. There is a lot more to do and supporting the CBD is one way to make that happen.

I have been supporting the Center (I'm in the UK, but will use the American spelling) for many years. Their campaigns have informed, depressed and elated me so much that this year I quit my job teaching in medical schools to gain a postgraduate degree in Environmental Science and change careers to work on habitat conservation and restoration. I salute the dedicated people at the Center for Biological Diversity and thank all their supporters.