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Environmental issues are a major concern worldwide, with climate change being one of the most pressing issues. According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), global temperatures ha...

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Environmental issues are a major concern worldwide, with climate change being one of the most pressing issues. According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), global temperatures have already risen by 1.1°C since pre-industrial times, and we are currently on track for a 3°C temperature rise by the end of the century. This will lead to more frequent and intense heatwaves, floods, droughts, and wildfires, resulting in severe economic and social impacts. In addition to climate change, other environmental issues include air and water pollution, deforestation, loss of biodiversity, and plastic pollution. It is estimated that 9 million people die each year due to pollution-related causes, and up to 12 million hectares of forest are lost annually. These issues require urgent action from individuals, businesses, and governments worldwide to mitigate their impact and preserve the planet for future generations.

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TRI COUNTIES HUMANE SOCIETY

TRI COUNTIES HUMANE SOCIETY

Tri-County Humane Society works in an area of limited assistance to animals in need. Our facility rescues and takes in all types of animals that are unwanted, abused and strayed. We care for, rehabilitate and adopt them to loving, forever families. We are a no-kill facility.

Saint James, Missouri
Environmental Law and Policy Center

Environmental Law and Policy Center

ELPC is the Midwest’s leading public interest environmental legal advocacy and eco-business innovation organization.

Chicago, Illinois
Colorado Horse Rescue

Colorado Horse Rescue

Colorado Horse Rescue (CHR) rescues, rehabilitates, and adopts horses out to forever homes. We support individuals in the community through educational programs, referral services, financial assistance, and accepting necessary surrenders. Each year CHR assists dozens of horse owners by taking in their equine companions and finding new homes or offering short-term financial assistance. CHR has been instrumental in assisting during natural disasters, most recently in Boulder County after the devastating floods.

Longmont, Colorado
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

To inspire and educate all with the beauty and importance of plants; to advance sustainability and promote human and environmental well-being through action and research; and to celebrate its historic glasshouse.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
ACDI/VOCA

ACDI/VOCA

ACDI/VOCA is an economic development organization that fosters broad-based economic growth, raises living standards, and creates vibrant communities.

Washington, District Of Columbia
WildEarth Guardians

WildEarth Guardians

WildEarth Guardians is a non-profit, environmental advocacy organization whose mission is to protect and restore the wildlife, wild places, wild rivers, and health of the American West. The organization was founded in 1989 and has a long history of conservation successes protecting carnivores, ancient forests, rivers and other threatened landscapes and wildlife. We have more than 105,000 members and e-activists, the majority of whom live in the eleven Western states. The organization currently operates four major programs: Wildlife, Wild Places, Wild Rivers, and Climate and Energy. Our 25 person staff includes lawyers, policy experts, biologists, ecosystem restoration experts and fundraisers. Our 2015 budget is $3.5 million, which comes from diverse sources, including members and donors, foundations, government grants and recovered legal fees. We have offices in Santa Fe, New Mexico; Portland, Oregon; Salt Lake City Utah; Laramie, Wyoming; Missoula, Montana; San Francisco and San Deigo, California; Boulder and Denver, Colorado; and Tucson, Arizona.

Santa Fe, New Mexico
Restoring sewa

Restoring sewa

We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing Women-Led Rural and Community Resilience through sustainable, community-driven development initiatives. Our work focuses on empowering women and vulnerable communities by promoting education, child nutrition, healthcare, rural livelihoods, climate resilience, disaster preparedness, and social inclusion. Through grassroots partnerships, local leadership, and collaborative action, we aim to create long-term social impact, strengthen resilient communities, and support inclusive and sustainable development across underserved regions.

Riverbend Patriots

Riverbend Patriots

Riverbend Patriots is a veteran and first-responder led organization dedicated to serving those who serve. We provide veterans, service members, responders, and their families with access to healing resources, purposeful initiatives, support, recreational activities, and genuine camaraderie. Through connection, service, storytelling, and shared experience, we strengthen their well-being, honor their journey, and ensure no one seeking assistance walks their path alone.

Alton, Illinois
CHIMPS INC

CHIMPS INC

Chimps Inc. is a nonprofit, 501(C)3 wildlife sanctuary dedicated to furthering chimpanzee conservation through education and outreach. It was founded in 1995 in response to the multitude of captive chimpanzees desperately in need of homes. Our sanctuary, located in rural Bend, Oregon, is situated in a quiet, peaceful setting not far from the beautiful Three Sisters Mountains. Bend is typical of the high desert with the sun shining nearly every day.

Bend, Oregon
Northwest Atlantic Marine Alliance, Inc.

Northwest Atlantic Marine Alliance, Inc.

NAMA is a fishermen-led organization building a broad movement toward healthy fisheries and fishing communities. We do this by building deep and trusting relationships with community based fisherman, crew, fishworkers and allies to create effective policy and market strategies.

Gloucester, Massachusetts
WISE Foundation

WISE Foundation

The Foundation for Worldwide International Student Exchange (WISE®) is a non-profit organization providing international exchange opportunities to students, youth and adults. WISE® is staffed by dedicated, enthusiastic team members with years of experience in working with international participants. WISE® staff are well qualified to assist program participants in all phases of the program in order to ensure a meaningful and memorable experience.

Dyersburg, Tennessee
LOS ANGELES FIRE DEPARTMENT FOUNDATION

LOS ANGELES FIRE DEPARTMENT FOUNDATION

We are the major source of private support to the LAFD. Founded in 2010, we provide direct grants to the fire department for the many items not included in the city budget. With 97% of the department's budget applied to salaries and benefits, the needs are great.

Los Angeles, California

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