National Wildlife Federation (NWF) inspires Americans to protect wildlife for our children’s future.

NWF works at the local, state, national and even international level to protect and restore engangered species; enhance habitat protection and land stewardship; and improve the management of vital water resources. Our programs reach millions with the knowledge, expert conservation assistance and tools they need to make a difference in their own communities and on a much larger scale. Educational outreach efforts, from "Ranger Rick" and other kids publications to campus workshops, our Backyard, Schoolyard and Community Wildlife Habitat Programs, distance learning initiatives and TV and film programs help plant the seeds of conservation stewardship in people from all walks of life. When those seeds blossom with a desire to make a differnce, NWF helps people move from conservation understanding to action.

Key to our success are relationships with our grass roots state affiliate organizations nationwide. Working with NWF through its regional field offices and national headquarters, these organizations bring the knowledge, clout and commitment of volunteers working on local conservation issues to help shape regional, national and even international environmental policies. Our combined efforts have been critical in securing passage of the historic Everglades Restoration effort, restoring and keeping wolves in Yellowstone National Park, cleaning up the Great Lakes, and a wide range of other victories for people and wildlife.

Among NWF's most important current initiatives are:
--Efforts to harness the power of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for environmental restoration, turning the nation's leading destroyer of the environment into its greatest tool for conservation;

--Protecting the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge from misguided oil development;

--Combatting global climate change by highlighting its threat to birds, wildlife and human quality of life, and by advocating for commonsense reductions in greenhouse emissions;

--Working to save imperiled species through the Keep the Wild Alive Campaign. This efforts uses aggressive public and media outreach efforts and on-the-ground volunteer action to highlight connections between human wellbeing and wildlife conservation, and to take actions that directly benefit threatened wildlife and their habitat .

Wildlife’s ability to survive the challenges of the 21st century is being outpaced by events--especially global warming--that are transforming our world.

As America’s largest conservation organization, NWF works with over 4 million members, partners, and supporters in communities from coast-to-coast to actively educate, develop resources, and promote achievable solutions. Our efforts empower and inspire everyday Americans to:

Confront Global Warming We confront the threats of global warming and seek solutions to reduce the impact on people and wildlife.

Protect and Restoring Wildlife Habitat We defend America's safeguards and safe-havens for wildlife.

Connect People with Nature Through publications like Ranger Rick® (link www.rangerrick.com ) and online communities like Green Hour® (link www.greenhour.org), we create opportunities for parents and children to connect with nature.

Learn more about who we are, what we do, and how you can help--visit www.nwf.org.