LOCAL/STATEWIDE UMBRELLAS AND CHARITIES EarthShare Wisconsin – Page 3 Community Health Charities of Wisconsin – Page 6 United Way Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County – Page 12 Community Shares – Page 17 Hunger Relief Fund of Wisconsin – Page 23 (administered by Hunger Task Force, Inc.) Wisconsin Association for Environmental Education – Page 25 International – Global Charities begin on Page 27 Your pledge makes a difference! $1 PER MONTH Buys a ream of Braille paper (Community Shares) $2 PER MONTH 20 jars of peanut butter that kids can eat for breakfast, lunch or dinner (Hunger Relief Fund of Wisconsin) $5 PER MONTH Supplies one family with a “First 100 Day Kit” that includes information about autism and resources to help deal with the news of a diagnosis (Community Health Charities of Wisconsin) $10 PER MONTH Provides a monthly Wonder Bugs scholarship to a preschool- aged child, introducing him or her to a safe and natural world (Wisconsin Association for Environmental Education) 2 400 ● EarthShare Wisconsin, (608) 274-1173 One environment. One simple way to care for it. EarthShare Wisconsin is a combined state, regional, and national network of some of the most effective environmental and conservation organizations, working hard every day to safeguard the precious natural resources we all depend on for our health, well-being, and recreation. Your gift to EarthShare Wisconsin will help its member groups protect our air, water, land, and wildlife on local, regional, national, and global levels. You may contribute to EarthShare Wisconsin itself or directly to the member organizations listed in this section. EarthShare Wisconsin distributes its designations and its share of general contributions to member charities based on each member’s participation level in EarthShare Wisconsin and on its percentage of designations. www.earthshare.org 416 • African Wildlife Foundation, 888-494-5354 Protects imperiled species -- lions, mountain gorillas, rhinos, elephants, zebras -- through habitat conservation, science, leadership training, and wildlife-friendly community-beneficial business development www.awf.org 458 • Alaska Conservation Foundation, 907-276-1917 An Alaks-based community foundation dedicated to connecting donors worldwide to on- the-ground efforts to protect Alaskas wild lands, clean waters, and wildlife, and the ways of life they sustain for today and the future. www.alaskaconservation.org 472 • Aldo Leopold Foundation, Inc., 608-355-0279 Our mission is to advance the understanding, stewardship, and restoration of land health, and to develop conservation leadership, all through the legacy of Aldo Leopold. www.aldoleopold.org 473 • Alliance for the Great Lakes, 312-939-0838 Conserves and restores the world’s largest freshwater resource using policy, education, and local efforts, ensuring a healthy Great Lakes and clean water for all generations. www.greatlakes.org 401 • American Forests, 800-368-5748 We restore urban and wild lands forests to preserve wildlife habitat, safeguard watersheds, and mitigate climate change. www.americanforests.org 402 • American Rivers, 202-347-7550 Protects and restores rivers to benefit people and wildlife, ensuring clean drinking water, natural flood protection, and opportunities for recreation. Organizes the National River Cleanup and raises awareness through the Most Endangered Rivers campaign. www.americanrivers.org 467 • Bat Conservation International, Inc., 800-538-2287 Our mission is to conserve the worlds bats and their ecosystems to ensure a healthy planet. www.batcon.org 420 • Beyond Pesticides (National Coalition Against the Misuse of Pesticides), 202-543-5450 Prevents pesticide poisoning of our environment, homes, workplaces, schools, food, and water by providing a practical information clearinghouse on toxic hazards and non- chemical pest control. www.beyondpesticides.org 485 • Born Free USA, United with Animal Protection Institute, 202-450-3168 Works to end the suffering of wild animals in captivity, rescue individual animals in need, protect wildlife, including endangered species, and encourage compassionate conservation globally. www.bornfreeusa.org 3 403 • Clean Water Fund, 202-895-0432 Provides neighborhood-based action and education programs that bring together citizens, businesses, and governments to ensure safe drinking water, pollution prevention, and resource conservation. www.cleanwaterfund.org 404 • Defenders of Wildlife, 800-385-9712 At work 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. www.defenders.org 486 • Door County Land Trust, 920-746-1359 Dedicated to identifying and permanently protecting Door Countys most important ecologically sensitive and scenic places, establishing and maintaining public nature preserves, and restoring native habitat. www.doorcountylandtrust.org 431 • Environmental and Energy Study Institute, 202-628-1400 We help Congress address urgent climate change by bringing diverse voices together around innovative, win-win policy solutions. Weve also launched a creative way for rural families to improve their homes energy efficiency without an upfront investment. www.eesi.org 419 • Environmental Law Institute, 202-939-3800 A non-partisan think-and-do tank that brings together community-based education and research on todays most pressing environment issues. We work to develop solutions that protect people, places, and the planet. www.eli.org 481 • Friends of Schlitz Audubon Nature Center, 414-352-2880 Restores and preserves a 185-acre sanctuary on Lake Michigan, near downtown Milwaukee, and connects people with nature and inspires them to become stewards of the natural world. www.schlitzaudubon.org 465 • Friends of the Earth, 877-843-8687 Promotes clean and sustainable energy, sustainable food, climate justice for poor and vulnerable populations, responsible use of technology, and protection of the earth’s natural treasures. www.foe.org 475 • Groundswell Conservancy, 608-258-9797 Protects natural areas, wildlife habitat, working farms, healthy lakes and streams, and recreational land to provide a high quality of life in the Dane County region. www.groundswellwisconsin.org 474 • Ice Age Trail Alliance, 800-227-0046 Creating, supporting, protecting, and promoting the Ice Age National Scenic Trail, a 1,000-mile footpath highlighting Ice Age landscape features across Wisconsin. www.iceagetrail.org 487 • Institute for Transportation and Development Policy, 212-629-8001 Helps build inclusive, people-powered cities worldwide through sustainable transport options like mass transit, cycling, and walking. Our work reduces harmful greenhouse gas emissions while improving the quality of life of all residents. www.itdp.org 428 • Izaak Walton League of America, Inc., 800-453-5463 From hunters to hikers, our members protect America’s outdoors through community- based conservation, education, common-sense public policy, and a commitment to strong outdoor ethics. www.iwla.org 4 414 • National Parks Conservation Association, 800-628-7275 Preserves national parks and historic sites from the Grand Canyon to Gettysburg and promotes new parks; protects endangered wildlife and cultural sites; and defends against pollution, inappropriate development, and overcrowding. www.npca.org 422 • National Wildlife Federation, 800-822-9919 Dedicated to protecting endangered species and habitats for our children’s future and connecting people with nature through education and action opportunities. www.nwf.org 483 • Northwoods Land Trust, Inc., 715-479-2490 Promotes conservation by private landowners of natural woodlands, shorelands, wetlands, and other natural resources for present and future generations in north central Wisconsin. www.northwoodslandtrust.org 418 • Ocean Conservancy, Inc., 800-519-1541 Informs, inspires, and empowers people to speak and act on behalf of the oceans through research, education, and science-based advocacy. www.oceanconservancy.org 433 • Rainforest Alliance, Inc., 888-693-2784 Works to conserve biodiversity and ensure sustainable livelihoods by transforming land- use and business practices and consumer behavior. www.rainforest-alliance.org 479 • RENEW Wisconsin, 608-255-4044 We Promote and advocate for renewable energy in Wisconsin. We work on policies and programs that support solar power, wind power, biogas, local hydropower, and geothermal energy. www.renewwisconsin.org Renew Wisconsin 5 489 • Riveredge Nature Center, 262-375-2715 Our mission is to support conservation through education that awakens curiosity, engages the body, and explores connections to nature for all generations. www.riveredgenaturecenter.org 435 • Scenic America, 202-463-1294 Safeguards America’s natural beauty and community character by fighting billboard blight, reducing visual intrusions, protecting open space, and preserving the scenic character of public lands. www.scenic.org 462 • Surfrider Foundation, 800-743-7873 Protects and preserves the world’s oceans, waves, and beaches through water quality monitoring, grassroots activism, and environmental education. www.surfrider.org 411 • The Nature Conservancy, 703-841-5300 The conservancy’s mission is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. www.nature.org 471 • The Peregrine Fund, 208-362-3716 Saves eagles, condors, falcons, and other endangered birds through research, breeding, and conservation programs. Helps preserve rainforests. Educates children and adults about