Our Member Organizations
Earth Share's member organizations are some of the most respected and responsible environmental and conservation nonprofits in the country. Earth Share of Michigan represents dozens of local, national, and international groups working to preserve, protect and defend Michigan's and the world's environment. One gift to Earth Share of Michigan supports the work of all members listed below, or you can designate your gift to the member(s) of your choice! Click on the links below to learn more about our member groups.
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Michigan Members Detailed
African Wildlife Foundation
Foremost authority on African wildlife dedicated to protecting elephants, mountain gorillas, and other endangered species through innovative, practical programs developed with the people of Africa. 1400 16th Street, NW, Suite 120, Washington, DC 20036, (888) 4-WILDLIFE, www.awf.org.
Alliance for the Great Lakes (formerly Lake Michigan Federation)
Conserve and restore the world's largest freshwater resource using policy, education, and local efforts, ensuring a healthy Great Lakes for generations. 700
Fulton Street, Suite A, Grand Haven, MI 49417, (616) 850-0745, www.greatlakes.org
American Farmland Trust
Stopping the loss of America's farmland to sprawling development. Working with communities on smarter growth that includes local family farms. Advocating environmental healthy farming practices. 1200 18th Street, NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC 20036, (800) 431-1499, www.farmland.org.
American Forests
Funds private and public land reforestation projects; provides satellite imagery of tree loss to cites; educates the public on the value of trees and forests. 734 15th Street NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC 20005, (800) 368-5748, www.americanforests.org.
American Rivers
Working to protect and restore America's rivers and foster a river stewardship ethic; ensuring safe drinking water, recreational opportunities, and preserving fish and wildlife habitat. 1025 Vermont Avenue, NW, Suite 720, Washington, DC 20005, (877) 4-RIVERS, www.americanrivers.org.
Beyond Pesticides/National Coalition Against the Misuse of Pesticides
Prevents pesticide poisoning of our environment, homes, workplaces, schools, food, and water through a practical information clearinghouse on toxic hazards and non-chemical pest control. 701 E Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003, (202) 543-5450, www.beyondpesticides.org.
Center for Health, Environment and Justice
Empowers families protecting their children, and communities protecting public health, from toxic chemicals in drinking water, air, food. Assists with information, community organizing and coalition building. 150 S. Washington Street, Suite 300, Falls Church, VA 22046, (703) 237-2249, www.chej.org.
Citizens for Alternatives to Chemical Contamination
Helps local citizens prevent and clean up pollution in their communities. A grassroots environmental group dedicated to social justice, empowerment, and protection of the Great Lakes. 8735 Maple Grove Road, Lake, MI 48632-9511, (517) 544-3318.
Clean Water Fund, Michigan Chapter
We all live downstream...Neighborhood-based action, education programs which join citizens, businesses, and government for sensible solutions ensuring safe drinking water, pollution prevention, and resource conservation. 1200 East Michigan Avenue, Suite A, East Lansing, MI 48823, (517) 203-0758, www.cleanwaterfund.org.
Clinton River Watershed Council
Dedicated to protecting, enhancing, and celebrating the Clinton River watershed and Lake St. Clair. Our members include individuals, businesses, and other community groups. 101 Main Street, Suite 100, Rochester, MI 48307, (248) 601-0606, www.crwc.org.
The Conservation Fund
Preserving America's outdoor heritage—more than 4 million acres protected since 1985! Wetlands, wildlife habitat, greenways, open space. 96% of funds go directly to mission. 1800 North Kent Street, Suite 1120, Arlington, VA 22209-2156, (703) 525-6300, www.conservationfund.org.
Conservation International
Applies innovations in science, economics, policy and community participation to protect the Earth's richest regions of biodiversity, major tropical wilderness areas and key marine ecosystems. 1919 M Street, NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20036, (800) 406-2306, www.conservation.org.
Defenders of Wildlife
Working since 1947 to save America's precious wild animals and threatened habitat for our children and future generations through education, citizen action and scientific research. 1130 17th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036, (202) 682-9400, www.defenders.org.
Detroit Audubon Society
Promotes and protects birds, other wildlife, their habitat and Michigan's natural resources through public education programs, research, advocacy, sanctuary management and citizen action.
26080 Berg Road, Southfield, MI 48033, (248) 354-4960,
www.DetroitAudubon.org.
Earth Day Network
Helps people in diverse schools and communities around the world improve the health of their children and the environment through community service, education, and campaigns. 1616 P Street NW, Suite 340, Washington, DC 20036, (202) 518-0044, www.earthday.net
East Michigan Environmental Action Council
EMEAC's mission is to protect and restore land, air, water and diversity of life, especially in southeast Michigan, through informed personal and public action. 21220 West 14 Mile Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301-4000, (248) 258-5188, www.emeac.org.
Ecology Center
Statewide nonprofit organization that promotes social change through practical community-based services and environmental advocacy for healthy communities, clean products and clean production. 117 North Division Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, (734) 761-3186, www.ecocenter.org.
Environmental and Energy Study Institute
Brings together scientists, businesses, citizens, and environmentalists to educate Congress and advocate “win-win” policies on renewable energy/efficiency technologies, climate change, transportation, agriculture and sprawl. 122 C Street, NW, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20001, (202) 628-1400, www.eesi.org.
Environmental Defense
Environmental Defense's scientists, economists and attorneys design practical, long-term strategies to protect wildlife, natural resources, safeguard clean air, water and human health. 257 Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10010, (800) 684-3322, www.environmentaldefense.org.
Environmental Law Institute
Environmental law that works for you: community-based education + research on national problems = solutions to protect people and nature. Independent and non-partisan. 2000 L Street NW, Suite 620, Washington, DC 20036, (202) 939-3800, www.eli.org.
Friends of the Earth
Strives to preserve our natural resources, advocate for public health protection and work for environmental justice for all peoples throughout the world. 1717 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20036, (202) 783-7400, www.foe.org.
Friends of the Rouge
Promote restoration and stewardship of Rouge River ecosystem in Michigan through education and citizen involvement to improve the quality of life of people, plants, and animals of the watershed. 4901 Evergreen Road, 220 ASC, Dearborn, MI 48128, (313) 792-9900, www.therouge.org.
Huron River Watershed Council
To inspire attitudes, behaviors and economies that protect, rehabilitate, and sustain the Huron River System. Services include hands-on education, policy development, and river protection projects in Michigan. 1100 N. Main Street, Suite 210, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, (734) 769-5123, www.hrwc.org.
INFORM, Inc.
Researches and promotes business practices and policies that advance pollution-free transportation, eliminate toxic chemicals and wastes at their sources, and safeguard public health. 120 Wall Street, 14th Floor, New York, NY 10005, (212) 361-2400, www.informinc.org
Izaak Walton League of America
Solutions-oriented conservationists - hunters, anglers, outdoor recreationists - working to protect America's air, waters, woods and wildlife habitat through education, advocacy and fostering strong outdoor ethics. 707 Conservation Lane, Gaithersburg, MD 20878, (800) IKE-LINE, www.iwla.org.
Land Trust Alliance
Helping people protect undeveloped land in their communities -- saving our forests, farms, waters, historic and natural areas. Leads, trains, and educates 1,300 land conservation groups. 1331 H Street, NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20005-4711, (202) 638-4725, www.lta.org.
Little Traverse Conservancy
Protects the natural diversity and beauty of northern Michigan by preserving significant land and scenic areas, and fostering appreciation and understanding of the environment. 3264 Powell Road, Harbor Springs, MI 49740, (231) 347-0991, www.landtrust.org.
Michigan Audubon Society
Michigan Audubon's mission is to bring birds and people together for the
benefit of both through environmental research, conservation, and education
throughout the state. 6011 W. St. Joseph, Suite 403, Lansing, MI 48908-0527, (517) 886-9144, www.michiganaudubon.org.
Michigan Environmental Council
A coalition of 70 organizations working at every level of government to protect public health and defend Michigan's water, land and air. 119 Pere Marquette Drive, Suite 2A, Lansing, MI 48912, (517) 487-9539, www.mecprotects.org.
Michigan League of Conservation Voters
Education Fund
A non-partisan organization that works to promote a healthy and vital
Michigan by preserving and protecting our air, land and water through public
education and civic engagement. 213 W. Liberty, Suite 300, Ann Arbor, MI
48104, (734) 222-9650, www.michiganlcvedfund.org.
Michigan Nature Association
Preserves 162 nature sanctuaries, protecting unique natural areas, plants
and animals in Michigan's Upper and Lower Peninsulas, through land acquisition
and conservation education, since 1952. 326 E. Grand River Ave,
Williamston, MI 48895, (517) 655-5655, www.michigannature.org
Michigan United Conservation Clubs
Protects Michigan's natural resources by educating and engaging citizens through live animal programs, youth camps, magazines for kids and adults, television shows, and resource lobbyists. 2001 Wood Street, PO Box 30235, Lansing, MI 48909, (517) 371-1041, www.mucc.org.
Michigan Wildlife Conservancy
Provides Michigan citizens, businesses and local communities with design, technical and funding assistance and supervision for fish and wildlife restorations and improvements in their community. PO Box 393, 6380 Drumheller Road, Bath, MI 48808, (517) 641-7677, www.miwildlife.org.
National Audubon Society
Audubon works to protect birds, wildlife and their habitats, including our oceans. Educational outreach programs instruct and inspire future conservationists. Audubon Centers offer outdoor experiences. 700 Broadway Avenue, New York, NY 10003, (212) 979-3000 www.audubon.org.
National Parks Conservation Association
Preserves National Parks from Grand Canyon to Gettysburg; protects endangered wildlife and cultural sites; promotes new parks; defends against pollution, inappropriate development and overcrowding. 1300 19th Street, NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 20036, (800) NAT-PARK,
www.npca.org.
National Wildlife Federation (NWF)
America's conservation organization keeping wildlife in our future, protecting endangered species and habitats, and connecting children and adults with nature through education and action opportunities. 11100 Wildlife Center Drive, Reston, VA 20190, (800) 332-4949, www.nwf.org.
Natural Resources Defense Council
NRDC defends embattled wilderness, rivers, clean air, coasts and wildlife across America and around the globe. Saved Baja's whales, Canada's Spirit bears, and California's sequoias. 40 West 20th Street, New York, NY 10011, (212) 727-2700, www.nrdc.org.
The Nature Conservancy, Michigan Chapter
Preserves native plants, animals and natural communities by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive. 101 East Grand River, Lansing, MI 48906, (517) 316-0300, www.nature.org/michigan.
The Ocean Conservancy
Protects marine wildlife. Promotes marine sanctuaries. Conserves fisheries. Prevents ocean pollution. Achieves goals through volunteer networks, public education and science-based advocacy. 2029 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20006 (202) 429-5609, www.oceanconservancy.org
The Peregrine Fund
Saves eagles, condors, falcons and other endangered birds through research, breeding and conservation programs. Helps preserve rainforests. Educates children and adults about nature and science. 566 West Flying Hawk Lane, Boise, ID 83709, (208) 362-3716, www.peregrinefund.org.
Pesticide Action Network North America
Works to eliminate poisonous pesticides. Links consumer, labor, health, environment and agriculture groups internationally to advance safer, ecologically sound pest control alternatives. 49 Powell Street, Suite 500, San Francisco, CA 94102, (415) 981-1771, www.panna.org.
Rails-To-Trails Conservancy
Converts thousands of miles of unused railroad corridors into public trails for walking, bicycling, hiking, skating, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, wildlife habitats, and nature appreciation. 1100 17th Street NW, 10th Floor, Washington, DC 20036
(866) 202-9788, www.railstrails.org.
Rainforest Alliance
Protects endangered forest ecosystems and the people that depend on them by transforming land use, business practices, and consumer behavior. 665 Broadway, Suite 500, New York, NY 10012, (888) MY-EARTH, www.rainforest-alliance.org.
Rocky Mountain Institute
Delivers practical information that helps citizens, businesses, governments save energy and natural resources, prevent pollution, strengthen communities. Doing more with less, our solutions invigorate economies. 1739 Snowmass Creek Road, Snowmass, CO 81654-9199, (970) 927-3851, www.rmi.org.
Scenic America
Protects natural beauty, fights billboard blight, saves America's special places. Our education and advocacy preserves thousands of miles of roads and hundreds of communities. 1634 I (Eye) Street NW, Suite 510, Washington, DC 20006, (202) 638-0550, www.scenic.org.
The Sierra Club Foundation, Michigan
Fights to protect Michigan's wilderness, human health, and environment through a powerful combination of scientific, educational, charitable, and literary efforts. 109 E. Grand River Avenue, Lansing, MI 48906, (517) 484-2372, www.michigan.sierraclub.org.
Southwest Detroit Environmental Vision
A coalition of residents, community organizations, agencies, businesses and industry working together to improve the environment and strengthen the economy of Southwest Detroit.
PO Box 9400, 1450 McKinstry Street, Detroit, MI 48209 (313) 842-1961, www.sdevonline.org
The Student Conservation Association
Over 1,300,000 hours of environmental service yearly, with high school and college volunteers working in parks, forests, refuges nationwide. Building trails, saving wildlife, helping visitors. PO Box 550, Route 12A, River Road, Charlestown, NH 03603, (603) 543-1700, www.theSCA.org.
Surfrider Foundation
Protects and preserves the world's oceans, waves and beaches through conservation, activism, research and education. Activities include: water quality monitoring, environmental education and grassroots activism. P.O. Box 6010, San Clemente, CA 92674, (800) 743-SURF, www.surfrider.org.
Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council
Strives to preserve the environmental, economic and aesthetic value of northern Michigan's lakes, streams, wetlands, and drinking water through monitoring, education and advocacy. 426 Bay Street, Petoskey, MI 49770, (231) 347-1181, www.watershedcouncil.org.
The Trust for Public Land
The Trust for Public Land conserves land for people to enjoy as parks, gardens, and other natural places, ensuring livable communities for generations to come. 116 New Montgomery, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94105, (800) 714-LAND, www.tpl.org.
U.S. Public Interest Research Group Education Fund
Protects the environment and public health. We organize citizens to ensure clean air and clean water; to prevent global warming and preserve natural resources. 218 D Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003, (202) 546-9707, www.uspirg.org.
Union of Concerned Scientists
Scientists and citizens working on solutions to reduce air pollution and global warming, protect biodiversity, prevent nuclear proliferation, and ensure a sustainable, safe food system. 2 Brattle Square, PO Box 9105, Cambridge, MA 02238-9105, (800) 666-8276, www.ucsusa.org.
Upper Peninsula Environmental Coalition
Strives to protect and maintain the unique environmental qualities of Michigan's Upper Peninsula by educating the public and acting as a watchdog to industry and government. PO Box 673, Houghton, MI 49931, (906)
524-7899, www.upenvironment.org.
Urban Options
Helps people improve the environment and save money by using energy and other resources more efficiently through programs at Michigan's only Energy and Environmental Demonstration House. 405 Grove Street, East Lansing, MI 48823, (517) 337-0422, www.urbanoptions.org.
Washtenaw Land Trust
Protects working farmland, natural areas in and around Washtenaw County. Educates the public on land use issues. 1100 North Main Street, Suite 203, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, (734) 302-5263, www.washtenawlandtrust.org.
West Michigan Environmental Action Council
Protects, enhances and restores west Michigan's rivers, sand dunes, shorelines and human environments through partnerships, public education and citizen involvement. 1007 Lake Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506, (616) 451-3051, www.wmeac.org.
The Wilderness Society
Works to protect America's special wild places - parks, forests, wildlife refuges and other wilderness areas, which belong to all Americans - from development. 1615 M Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036, (800) THE-WILD, www.wilderness.org.
Wildlife Conservation Society
Saves endangered species and threatened ecosystems in 61 countries; teaches ecology and inspires care for wildlife through the Bronx Zoo and national science education programs. Bronx Zoo – 2300 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10460-1099, (718) 220-6891, www.wcs.org.
World Wildlife Fund
Protects endangered wildlife and their threatened habitats by providing emergency assistance and long-term support to parks, nature reserves, and anti-poaching activities on five continents. 1250 24th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20037, (202) 293-4800, www.worldwildlife.org.
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