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Founded in 1991, the Southwest Environmental Center (SWEC) works to restore and protect native wildlife and their habitats in the southwestern borderlands through public education, grassroots advocacy and on-the-ground restoration projects. We have 4 staff members (3 full-time and 1 part-time), 2 work studies through NMSU and a large cadre of motivated volunteers.

The mission of The Desert Tortoise Conservancy is to insure that the species does not become extinct, and that sustainable populations survive in the wild. The DTC will care for the homeless, place the needy in nourishing environments and acquire, restore and protect their habitats. We intend to build and operate a Desert Awareness Center in Palm Springs, CA.

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.

ORCA CONSERVANCY IS DEDICATED TO ADVANCING THE WELFARE OF ORCINUS ORCA, THE KILLER WHALE, AND TO PROTECTING THE WILD PLACES ON WHICH IT DEPENDS.

Promoting compassion, empathy, and respect for all life through wildlife rehabilitation, ecological teachings, and wildlife conservation.

Western Rivers Conservancy protects outstanding river ecosystems in the western United States. We acquire land to conserve critical habitat, provide public access for compatible use and enjoyment, and cooperate with other agencies and organizations to secure the health of whole ecosystems.

Native Animal Rescue (NAR) is a private non-profit organization dedicated to the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned wildlife. NAR's goal is the successful rehabilitation and return of wild animals back to their natural habitats. With the help of 68 volunteer wildlife rehabilitators, NAR treats over 2,900 rescued wild animals each year.We also educate people on how to coexist peacefully with our wildlife neighbors to protect animals from injury, etc.

Liberty Wildlife nurtures the nature of Arizona: providing quality wildlife rescue and rehabilitation, natural history education, conservation services for the community, and leading by example to demonstrate environmental sustainability in our community.As a leader in wildlife protection and preservation, Liberty Wildlife has had a profound impact on the lives of over 65,000 animals, over 7,800 in 2017 alone. Through oversight, stewardship, and a strong commitment to educational outreach, Liberty Wildlife is also a leader in environmental education providing over 700 programs/year to K-12 youth in Arizona. Our long term commitment is to provide quality care for vulnerable wildlife while creating comprehensive educational experiences coupled with research and conservation projects

The Sacramento Zoo inspires appreciation, respect and a connection with wildlife and nature through education, recreation and conservation.

The Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association educates, inspires, and engages the community to take action to keep wild salmon here for future generations.

The mission of Wild Salmon Center is to conserve the healthiest wild salmon, steelhead, and trout ecosystems across the North Pacific. We identify the strongest habitat and populations -- what we call "strongholds" for wild fish -- and preemptively protect them for the benefit of the people, wildlife, and jobs that rely on wild salmon to thrive.

Golden Gate Audubon is dedicated to protecting Bay Area birds, other wildlife and their natural habitats. We conserve and restore wildlife habitat, connect people of all ages and backgrounds with the natural world, and educate and engage Bay Area residents in the protection of our shared, local environment.