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The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) was established by Congress in 1984 to protect and restore our nation’s native wildlife species and habitats.

Energize people through education and outreach to preserve the Agua Hedionda Lagoon as an accessible and healthy watershed.Our vision is to be Stewards of the Watershed as we inspire future generations so we all have access to a healthy lagoon. A safe space in nature . . . for all.

Patented technology for non-chemical water preservation ending algal blooms, water pollution, fish kills and eelgrass destruction. Specialist in wetlands management, shellfish health and environmental tech solving phragmites invasions, excess nutrients and neurotoxin reduction for aquatic homeostasis. Methane and greenhouse gas reduction and dead zone elimination. Proprietary non-chemical green technology for environmental nature ocean conservancy is used focusing on protection of native aquatic wildlife and plant species. Non-chemical invasive species removal at global scale. Bee and insect floral plantings and green infrastructure beautification projects. Operations are available worldwide.

To conserve, protect, and restore North America’s coldwater fisheries and their watersheds.

The mission of the Galveston Bay Foundation is to preserve, protect and enhance the natural resources of the Galveston Bay estuarine system and its tributaries for present users and for posterity.

Restore 50 reef sites around the world through our underwater artificial art sculpture reefs and inspiring a global movement to prevent the death of our coral reefs.

Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado (VOC) is a statewide nonprofit volunteer organization whose mission is to motivate and enable people to be active stewards of Colorado's natural resources.

Established in 1986, Buffalo Bayou Partnership (BBP) is the non-profit organization transforming and revitalizing Buffalo Bayou, Houston's most significant natural resource. BBP's geographic focus is the 10-square mile stretch of Buffalo Bayou from Shepherd Drive to the Port of Houston Turning Basin. Thanks to the generous support of foundations, corporations, individuals and government agencies, BBP has raised and leveraged more than $150 million for the redevelopment and stewardship of the waterfront - spearheading award-winning projects such as Sabine Promenade and Sesquicentennial Park, protecting land for future parks, constructing hike and bike trails, and operating comprehensive clean-up and maintenance programs. In 2015, BBP completed the $58 million Buffalo Bayou Park project that includes major destinations, natural landscaping, footpaths, trail lighting, water features and pedestrian bridges. Buffalo Bayou Partnership maintains and operates Buffalo Bayou Park, with annual funding provided by the Downtown Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #3. Buffalo Bayou Partnership also seeks ways to activate Buffalo Bayou through pedestrian, boating and biking amenities; volunteer activities; permanent and temporary art installations; and wide-ranging tours and events that attract thousands.

Founded in 1996, the Reef Check Foundation exists to help preserve the oceans and reefs which are critical to our survival, yet are being destroyed. With headquarters in Los Angeles and volunteer teams in more than 90 countries and territories, Reef Check works to protect tropical coral reefs and California rocky reefs through education, research and conservation.

We value the importance of traditional Hawaiian fishponds. We believe in revitalizing and preserving Ko`ie`ie Fishpond for future generations to enjoy its historical, cultural, archaeological, educational and recreational purposes.

The Freshwater Trust protects and restores freshwater ecosystems. Founded in 1983, The Freshwater Trust accelerates the pace and scale of freshwater restoration through the use of science, technology and incentive-based solutions to restore rivers on a timeline that matters. With headquarters in Portland, Oregon, The Freshwater Trust continues to grow its impact and currently works in Oregon, Idaho and California. In 2013, the Trust received the U.S. Water Prize for its innovative solutions to restore rivers and streams in the Pacific Northwest.

The Tomales Bay Watershed Council (TBWC) was formed in 1999 by the region’s stakeholders with an interest in improving the watershed’s vital natural resources. The TBWC includes representatives from local, state and federal agencies, environmental organizations, citizen and residential groups, agricultural and shellfish industries, recreational interests and individual residents.