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Environmental Organizations

• Conservation Directory

  A guide to worldwide environmental organizations.

• Environmental Support Center

  Since 1990, the Environmental Support Center (ESC) has repeatedly helped more than 1,500 local, state, and regional organizations working on environmental issues. ESC's goal is to improve the environment in the United States by enhancing the health and well-being of these organizations. Their Training and Organizational Assistance Program, Leadership and Enhanced Assistance Program, Technology Resources Program, Workplace Solicitation Program, Environmental Loan Fund , and State Environmental Leadership Program help these vital environmental groups become better managed, funded and equipped.

• Larry Schweiger's View

  Information and views on current issues from NWF's president and CEO, Larry Schweiger.

• Our Public Lands

  Ourpubliclands.org is a place for hunters, anglers and other outdoor enthusiasts to get information about the public lands where they enjoy their favorite activities.  Created by National Wildlife Action™, this website provides information on public lands issues of both national and state significance.

• Season's End

  Created by the nation's leading hunting and angling groups, Season's End addresses the impacts of global warming on fish and wildlife and strategies for helping them survive this climate change.

• Sportsmen For Responsible Energy

  Sportsmen for Responsible Energy Development is represented by businesses, organizations, and individuals who are working to strike a balance between energy development and conservation in the West. We have set our sights on reforming the laws, regulations, and policies that ensure respect for the traditions of the West. We will fight to protect the rights of sportsmen to hunt and fish on public lands, now and for generations to come.  (from www.sportsmen4responsibleenergy.org "Who We Are")

• Target Global Warming

  Where hunters and anglers change the forecast for wildlife.  Get specific information about impacts in your area, tips and solutions, information to share, and opportunities for you to make a difference.

Nonprofit Resources

• Board Cafe

  Board Cafe is the electronic newsletter exclusively for members of nonprofit boards of directors. Short enough to read over a cup of coffee, Board Cafe offers a menu of ideas, information, opinion, news, and resources to help board members give and get the most out of board service. Each issue will bring you a cornucopia of "Little Ideas," as well as one "Big Idea" you can use in your board work. Subscribe online and receive your copy the second week of each month via e-mail.

• E Jobs

  E Jobs is a great place to post job openings.

• Idealist

  A great place to post information about your organization and volunteer opportunities for free. You can also post job openings for a small fee.

• Institute for Conservation Leadership

  The Institute for Conservation Leadership empowers leaders with training and builds volunteer institutions that protect and conserve the Earth's environment. They do this by helping leaders lead better, building connections between groups with similar goals, and supporting groups' progress with fundraising, board development, and other activities.

• National Center for Nonprofit Boards

  The National Center for Nonprofit Boards (NCNB) is dedicated to increasing the effectiveness of nonprofit organizations by strengthening their boards of directors.

• The Chronicle of Philanthropy

  The Chronicle of Philanthropy is the newspaper of the nonprofit world. Published every other week, it is the No. 1 news source for charity leaders, fund raisers, grant makers, and other people involved in the philanthropic enterprise.

• The NonProfit Times

  A useful publication for nonprofit management.

Programs

• Campus Ecology®

  The Campus Ecology program promotes climate leadership and sustainability among colleges and universities by providing resources and technical support, creating networking opportunities and organizing education events. Connect your college and university partners with Campus Ecology today!

• Catalog Choice

  A free, easy online service that allows consumers to stop receiving unwanted catalogs while reducing global warming, waste, and deforestation at the same time.

• Chill Out™

  College campuses across the country are taking steps to confront global warming. Through energy efficiency, renewable energy, habitat restoration and awareness projects, campuses are leading the way. Bring the Chill Out: Campus Solutions to Global Warming broadcast to a college near you on April 16, 2008 and learn about students, faculty, and staff who are making a difference.

• Climate Classroom

  Reversing global warming is one of National Wildlife Federation's major initiatives. But it's a complex subject that can be difficult to explain to children. This website is designed to help educators and parents understand the issues and make it easier to answer children's questions about global warming. Resources include proposed Guidelines for K-12 Global Climate Change Education and a Family Action Plan.

• Good Neighbor™

  Doing the right thing for our planet's future.  Think global warming has skipped your neighborhood?  Think again!  Severe weather, warmer winters, hotter summers, water restrictions... Sound familiar?  Global warming is one of the most serious threats facing our global community today!  Just by taking some simple actions like using compact fluorescent bulbs, turning down the thermostat, and running the dishwasher only when it's full makes you part of the solution to global warming.  Take the Good Neighbor pledge today!

• Great American Backyard Campout®

  Started by National Wildlife Federation, the Great American Backyard Campout is an online resource and network for individuals, families, and communities interested in spending more time outdoors and learning about introductory camping. While this annual event occurs in June; camping tips, recipes, games, and more are available online year-round.

• Green Hour®

  This family-friendly website, started by National Wildlife Federation, hosts a supportive virtual community where families can learn, explore, and share their outdoor experiences and backyard adventures. It gives parents and caregivers the information, tools, and inspiration to get their kids - and themselves - outside.