The holiday season is the time of year when millions of Americans give to their friends, families, co-workers, and favorite charities. It is, without a doubt, when we are the most generous. Whether we drop a dollar in a Salvation Army bucket as we shop in the mall or we write a check to the telethon on TV, we give and we feel better for it. We are trying to make a positive impact on others and this world. While we are all in this spirit of giving I thought there would be no better time then now to remind all of you to keep your favorite environmental non-profit in mind. Below is a list of a few of the most popular non-profits that could use a little help to further their respective causes.
Amazon Conservation Association - They work to protect biodiversity by studying ecosystems and developing innovative conservation tools to protect land in the region while supporting the livelihoods of local communities. The amazon rain forest is one of our most valued resources and as we wrote in the last post, it is under attack.
World Wildlife Fund - As they state on their website, their goal is: "By 2020 WWF will conserve 19 of the world's most important natural places and significantly change global markets to protect the future of nature." 82% of your donation will go directly to their worldwide conservation activities.
Greenpeace - Some of the stated goals and activities include the banning of commercial whaling, helping to convince world leaders to end nuclear testing, protecting Antarctica, and much more.
Please at least take a look at these or any other environmental non-profits that fight for something you feel strongly about and consider making a donation this holiday season. You don't necessarily have to give money, but many of these organizations will also gladly accept your time and volunteering efforts.
Lastly, as we all drive to the local mall, ship an increased amount of gifts and packages with UPS or Fedex, throw away tons of gift wrapping and packaging, etc. we can also offset the carbon generated during these activities. CarbonFund.org is one such organization to help you do it and to date, they have helped offset over 4 billion pounds of CO2.
Happy "Green" Holidays from GreenFixes!
Monday, December 15, 2008
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