Lesson 3:
Carefully Managing the Earth's Resources
Handout 1
Sample Mission Statements
Charles A. and Anne Morrow Lindbergh Foundation
Mission Statement
Since its formation, the mission of the Foundation has been to improve the quality of life through a balance between technology and nature
Cottonwood Foundation
Mission Statement
Cottonwood Foundation, a charitable, tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) organization, is dedicated to promoting empowerment of people, protection of the environment, and respect for cultural diversity. The foundation focuses its funding on committed, grass roots organizations that rely strongly on volunteer efforts and where foundation support will make a significant difference. At least 90% of Cottonwood Foundation's expenditures will be for grants to other organizations.
Minnesota Land Trust
Mission Statement
The Minnesota Land Trust permanently protects the lands and waters that define our communities and enrich our quality of life
Sierra Club
Mission Statement
To explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth;
To practice and promote the responsible use of the earth's ecosystems and resources;
To educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful means to carry out these objectives.
Greenpeace
Mission Statement
Greenpeace is the leading independent campaigning organization that uses peaceful protest and creative communication to expose global environmental problems and to promote solutions that are essential to a green and peaceful future