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When envisioning habitat restoration and preservation, few people imagine the intense grid of the San Gabriel Valley. Indeed, even most lifelong residents of the valley are at a loss to describe any natural features in the Valley at all, much less any worth preserving or enhancing. And yet, numerous natural [areas], some quite large defy the choking constraints of intense urbanization and thrive here. A number of these [areas] still boast greater biodiversity than many pristine habitats in other less developed areas of the country.

RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, PROMOTION, AND MAINTAINING BOTANICAL CONSERVATORY INCLUDING MISSION ORIENTED EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES

To deepen understanding and promote conservation of alpine plants and fragile mountain environments.

SPLT's mission is to create and protect a network of shortgrass prairie preserves, which ensure a future for all native animals and plants.

To protect and enhance the wildlife habitat, fishery, and recreational resources of the American River Parkway. Our volunteer, non-profit group of members and Board of Directors work to ensure that the American River Parkway will survive and prosper for the benefit of future generations.

The mission of the McHenry County Conservation Foundation is to support, sustain, and advance the public conservation, education, and recreation programs of the McHenry County Conservation District and its partners.

The GOD'S CHILD Project's mission is "to break the bitter chains of poverty through education, housing and healthcare." While GOD'S CHILD is rooted in education and health-care, we aim to support the communities we serve at every level of development. Through our wide range of programs, we help children and families living in extreme poverty to meet their basic needs and find a restored sense of hope, self-worth and human dignity. Religious affiliation is not a requirement for any program services.

The Trust for Public Land conserves land for people to enjoy as parks, gardens, and natural places, ensuring livable communities for generations to come. Quality parks and green spaces are a fundamental requirement for sustaining healthy, equitable, resilient communities. That’s why we work alongside communities to create, protect, and advance the nature-rich places that are vital to human well-being. Explore our work below to learn more.

The Donner Summit Association (DSA) is the Voice of Donner Summit. They work to protect, promote, and strengthen Donner Summit as a unique and vibrant year-round mountain community that provides opportunities for visitors, residents, and businesses alike–to thrive in the beautiful alpine environment.

To conserve, restore, and educate the public about the value of Orinda's creeks and watershed.

"To promote the appreciation and conservation of Washington's native plants and their habitats through study, education and advocacy."

The Center for Whale Research is dedicated to the study and conservation of the Southern Resident killer whale (orca) population in the Pacific Northwest. Since 1976 the Center for Whale Research (CWR) has been the leading organization studying the Southern Resident killer whales in their critical habitat: the Salish Sea. CWR performs health assessments to ensure the viability of the whale population, informing elected officials of their ecosystem needs, and sharing the whales’ story with the world. Our 43 years of research has created the only long-term data set about the behavior, health, and social dynamics of the Southern Resident killer whales.