Our Member Organizations
EarthShare's member organizations are some of the most respected and responsible environmental and conservation nonprofits in the country. EarthShare 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 EarthShare 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.
Information concerning volunteer opportunities can be ascertained by going to
individual agency websites.
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Michigan Members Detailed
African Wildlife Foundation
Protects imperiled species--mountain gorillas, rhinos, elephants--through
species science, habitat conservation, leadership training and creating
conservation-friendly businesses so local people benefit. 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
and clean water for
all generations. 700
Fulton Street, Suite A, Grand Haven, MI 49417, (616) 850-0745, www.greatlakes.org
American Farmland Trust
Helping farmers and ranchers protect their land from development, produce a
healthier environment, and build successful communities. Working to save
the land that sustains us. 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 healthy, natural rivers for the benefit of
people and wildlife; ensuring clean drinking water, natural flood protection,
and recreational enjoyment. 1025 Vermont Avenue, NW, Suite 720, Washington, DC 20005, (877) 4-RIVERS, www.americanrivers.org.
Beyond 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
Protects the health of communities and children through grassroots organizing,
coalition-building, and consumer campaigns to eliminate dangerous chemicals in
water, air, homes and schools. 150 S. Washington Street, Suite 300, Falls Church, VA 22046, (703) 237-2249, www.chej.org.
Citizens for Alternatives to Chemical Contamination
Grassroots environmental group dedicated to social justice, empowerment, and protection of the Great Lakes; assists citizens to prevent and address chemical contamination in their communities.
8735 Maple Grove Road, Lake, MI 48632-9511, (989) 544-3318.
Clean Water Fund, Michigan Chapter
We all live downstream…Neighborhood-based action, education programs join citizens, businesses, and government for sensible solutions ensuring safe drinking water, pollution prevention, resource conservation.
1200 East Michigan Avenue, Suite A, East Lansing, MI 48823, (517) 203-0758, www.cleanwaterfund.org.
Clinton River Watershed Council
Individuals, businesses, community groups and local governments working together to protect, enhance and celebrate the Clinton River, its watershed and Lake St.
Clair. 101 Main Street, Suite 100, Rochester, MI 48307, (248) 601-0606, www.crwc.org.
The Conservation Fund
The nation's most effective and efficient conservation organization -
protecting working landscapes, wildlife habitat and recreation sites - with 9%
of funds going 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 endangered animals and their threatened habitat for
future generations through public education, citizen advocacy, legal 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
grassroots projects, education, and campaigns. 1616 P Street NW, Suite 340, Washington, DC 20036, (202) 518-0044, www.earthday.net
Earthjustice
A nonprofit environmental law firm working to preserve our nation's
natural heritage, safeguard our environmental health, and create a sustainable
energy future. 426 17th Street, 6th Floor, Oakland, CA 94612, (510)
550-6700, www.earthjustice.org
East Michigan Environmental Action Council
EMEAC's mission is to protect and restore land, air, water and diversity of life through informed personal and public action.
21220 West 14 Mile Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301-4000, (248) 258-5188, www.emeac.org.
Ecology Center
Michigan-based organization working for a safe and healthy environment, with a
focus on clean energy, children's health, environmental justice, and a sustainable future.
117 North Division Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, (734) 761-3186, www.ecocenter.org.
Environmental and Energy Study Institute
Protecting the climate by educating Congress, developing innovative solutions,
and building broad coalitions to move America to efficient and renewable
energy for a sustainable future. 122 C Street, NW, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20001, (202) 628-1400, www.eesi.org.
Environmental Defense Fund
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, advocates for a toxin-free
environment, works to stop global warming, and fights for justice for people
throughout the world. 1717 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20036, (202) 783-7400, www.foe.org.
Friends of the Rouge
Promotes restoration and stewardship of Rouge River ecosystem 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.
1100 N. Main Street, Suite 210, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, (734) 769-5123, www.hrwc.org.
Izaak Walton League of America
From hunters to hikers, our members protect America's outdoors through
community-based conservation, education, commonsense public policy, and a
commitment to strong outdoor ethics. 707 Conservation Lane, Gaithersburg, MD 20878, (800) IKE-LINE, www.iwla.org.
The Jane Goodall Institute
Works to create healthy ecosystems, promote sustainable livelihoods and
nurture new generations of committed, active citizens around the world.
4245 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 600, Arlington, VA 22203, (800) 592-JANE, www.janegoodall.org.
Land Trust Alliance
Leads 1,700 conservation groups across America to save the forests, farms,
waterways and natural resources you love in the communities where you live,
work, and travel. 1331 H Street, NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20005-4711, (202) 638-4725, www.lta.org.
Legacy Land Conservancy (formerly Washtenaw Land Trust)
Protects the forests, farms, wetlands, and rivers of southern Michigan and
educates the public on land use issues.
1100 North Main Street, Suite 203, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, (734) 302-5263, www.legacylandconservancy.org.
Little Traverse Conservancy
Protects the scenic and natural beauty of northern Michigan by preserving significant land and open space, and provides outdoor education programs for children and adults.
3264 Powell Road, Harbor Springs, MI 49740, (231) 347-0991, www.landtrust.org.
Michigan Audubon Society
Focusing on birds, the Michigan Audubon society is dedicated to the awareness,
enjoyment, and stewardship of natural resources and the environment, utilizing
research, education and conservation.
6011 W. St. Joseph, Suite 403, Lansing, MI 48908-0527, (517) 886-9144, www.michiganaudubon.org.
Michigan Environmental Council
A coalition of more than 70 organizations created in 1980 to lead Michigan's environmental movement in achieving positive change through the political process.
119 Pere Marquette Drive, Suite 2A, Lansing, MI 48912, (517) 487-9539, www.environmentalcouncil.org.
Michigan League of Conservation Voters
Education Fund
Non-partisan organization working 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
Educates people about, protects, and maintains Michigan's unique natural
areas since 1952 at 165 sanctuaries throughout the state that are open to the
public.
326 E. Grand River Ave,
Williamston, MI 48895, (517) 655-5655, www.michigannature.org
Michigan United Conservation Clubs
Through education, advocacy and outreach, MUCC conserves and enhances
Michigan's natural resources and outdoor heritage now and for future
generations.
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 the 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 dedicated to protecting endangered
species and habitats for our children's future and connecting people with
nature through education and action opportunities. 1100 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
Through research, education, and science-based advocacy, Ocean Conservancy
informs, inspires, and empowers people to speak and act on behalf of the
oceans. 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
Works to conserve biodiversity and ensure sustainable livelihoods by
transforming land-use practices, business practices and consumer
behavior. 665 Broadway, Suite 500, New York, NY 10012, (888) MY-EARTH, www.rainforest-alliance.org.
Rocky Mountain Institute
A think-and-do tank engaged in cutting edge research and consulting on oil
independence, renewable energy technologies, distributed energy, and resource
planning. 1739 Snowmass Creek Road, Snowmass, CO 81654-9199, (970) 927-3851, www.rmi.org.
The Sierra Club Foundation, Michigan
Empowers local citizens to work together to keep our Great Lakes healthy, build
environmental communities, and protect Michigan's wild heritage.
109 E. Grand River Avenue, Lansing, MI 48906, (517) 484-2372, www.michigan.sierraclub.org.
Southwest Detroit Environmental Vision
Works to improve the environment and economy of Southwest Detroit by addressing urban environmental issues including air quality, blight, brownfield remediation, and land use planning.
PO Box 9400, 8701 W. Vernor, Detroit, MI 48209 (313) 842-1961, www.sdevweb.org
The Student Conservation Association
Nearly 2 million hours of environmental service yearly--high school and college volunteers
building trails, saving wildlife, helping visitors in national and urban parks
and forests. 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
PIRG protects public health. We organize citizens to work for toxic free
communities: to promote solutions to global warming and safer alternatives to
toxic chemicals. 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
Provides educational programs, demonstrations and services to help individuals, businesses and communities improve the environment and save money by using energy and other resources more efficiently.
405 Grove Street, East Lansing, MI 48823, (517) 337-0422, www.urbanoptions.org.
West Michigan Environmental Action Council
Advocates to protect, enhance, and restore West Michigan's natural and human environments and promote sustainable communities 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 special wild places from development so that future
generations will have the opportunity to enjoy America's natural
heritage. 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
Multinational conservation organization working worldwide to combat climate
change, save endangered animals, protect wild habitaits, and transform market
forces to act in harmony with nature. 1250 24th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20037, (202) 293-4800, www.worldwildlife.org.
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