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Featured non-profit partnerPart of what makes us excited to go to work every day is the knowledge that a portion of the proceeds from everything we sell goes to support non-profits working to protect our environment (a.k.a. our home). 1% For the Planet is a growing global movement of companies that donate 1% of their sales to a worldwide network of environmental non-profits. 1% For The Planet was founded on the belief that the environmental crises that we face today cannot be overcome without the active and sustained involvement of business.  As members, were recognize our responsibility to and dependence on the planet we all share. We believe that by leveraging our collective resources we, along with our non-profit partners, can act as a catalyst for positive change. We hope that you will join us in this movement by supporting 1% For The Planet members whenever possible. August's featured non-profit partnerRainforest Action Network campaigns for the forests, their inhabitants and the natural systems that sustain life by transforming the global marketplace through education, grassroots organizing, and non-violent direct action.  RAN believes “that a sustainable world can be created in our lifetime, and that aggressive action must be taken immediately to leave a safe and secure world for our children”. For more information about RAN's environmental advocacy visit: www.ran.org July's featured non-profit partner Millions of gallons of oil have oozed into the water since the April 20th rig explosion in the Gulf of Mexico. Some estimates calculate the oil flow to be up to 60,000 barrels of oil a day—that’s 2.5 million gallons of oil a day contaminating our waters and threatening wildlife and sensitive habitats! And we still don’t know when it will stop. The wildlife casualties are adding up. Hundreds of birds and sea turtles have already been found dead. Hundreds more animals are struggling to survive, drenched in toxic oil. Sadly, this is just the beginning of what’s in store for wildlife in the region due to this devastating tragedy. The National Wildlife Federation has been on the front lines responding to the wildlife crisis unfolding in the Gulf since the BP Oil Spill started on April 20.
Their Louisiana-based staff--already working on existing Coastal Louisiana restoration efforts before the spill--was deployed to help with the initial response. They have been joined by national staff, affiliates in the region and a growing network of volunteers. The National Wildlife Federation is America's largest conservation organization. They work with more than 4 million members, partners and supporters in communities across the country to protect and restore wildlife habitat, confront global warming and connect with nature. Visit their website: http://www.nwf.org
June's featured non-profit partnerThe Waterkeeper Alliance is our June featured non-profit partner. Waterkeeper Alliance provides a way for communities to stand up for their right to clean water and for the wise and equitable use of water resources, both locally and globally. Waterkeeper Alliance aspires to protect every major watershed around the world. We also continue to reach out and collaborate with other leading national and international environmental and public health organizations to serve the needs of our global network. The growth of the Waterkeeper movement is a testament to the strength of our model. Visit their website: http://www.waterkeeper.org May's featured non-profit partner Established in 1977, Sea Shepherd Conservation Society (SSCS) is an international non-profit, marine wildlife conservation organization. Our mission is to end the destruction of habitat and slaughter of wildlife in the world's oceans in order to conserve and protect ecosystems and species.  Sea Shepherd uses innovative direct-action tactics to investigate, document, and take action when necessary to expose and confront illegal activities on the high seas. By safeguarding the biodiversity of our delicately-balanced ocean ecosystems, Sea Shepherd works to ensure their survival for future generations. Visit their website: www.seashepherd.org April's featured non-profit partnerThe Petaluma Wetlands Alliance works with the schools, governments, environmental organizations, and the community. They educate the public about the ecology, wildlife, and values of wetlands. Visit their website: www.petalumawetlands.org March's featured non-profit partnerSonoma Valley is a beautiful, biologically rich watershed. Its natural abundance is the foundation for a world-class quality of life experience for residents and visitors alike. Whether expressed in premiere wines or breathtaking natural vistas, its bounty and beauty are part of a unique natural heritage.     This month's featured non-profit Sonoma Ecology Center works to retain this remarkable heritage for the future. Their mission is to work with our community to enhance and preserve ecological health in Sonoma Valley through programs of watershed research, education and restoration. Visit their website: www.sonomaecologycenter.orgFebruary's featured non-profit partner1% For the Planet is a growing global movement of companies that donate 1% of their sales to a worldwide network of environmental non-profits. 1% For The Planet was founded on the belief that the environmental crises that we face today cannot be overcome without the active and sustained involvement of business. As members, were recognize our responsibility to and dependence on the planet we all share. We believe that by leveraging our collective resources we, along with our non-profit partners, can act as a catalyst for positive change. We hope that you will join us in this movement by supporting 1% For The Planet members whenever possible. January's featured non-profit partnerWe have chosen the Nevada Wilderness Project as our 1% for the planet recipient for the month of January. The Nevada Wilderness Project is a catalyst for wildlife habitat conservation, wilderness preservation, and smart development of renewable energy.  Tolean more about Nevada Wilderness Project visit their website: December 2009One percent of our sales in the month of December is donated to support the work of The Marine Mammal Center. 
The Marine Mammal Center is a nonprofit veterinary hospital, research and educational center dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of ill and injured marine mammals – primarily elephant seals, harbor seals, and California sea lions. Its research team studies the causes of illness in these animals, and by doing so, learns about conditions affecting the health of marine mammal populations and the oceans – conditions that can affect humans as well. In addition, the Center’s education programs teach thousands of students and the visiting public each year about marine mammals and the urgent need for environmental stewardship of earth’s marine environments. For more information about Marine Mammal Center visit their website: www.marinemammalcenter.org
November 20091% For the Planet is a growing global movement of companies that donate 1% of their sales to a worldwide network of environmental non-profits. 1% For The Planet was founded on the belief that the environmental crises that we face today cannot be overcome without the active and sustained involvement of business. As members, were recognize our responsibility to and dependence on the planet we all share. We believe that by leveraging our collective resources we, along with our non-profit partners, can act as a catalyst for positive change. We hope that you will join us in this movement by supporting 1% For The Planet members whenever possible.
October 2009One percent of our sales in the month of October is donated to support the work of The Organic Center.  The Organic Center, established in 2002 and based in Boulder, CO, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to generate credible, peer-reviewed scientific information and communicate the verifiable benefits of organic farming and products to society. We serve as a clearinghouse for global scientific research on organic food and farming, and present findings on the risks of pesticides to environmental and human health. By so doing, we promote the conversion of more farmland to organic methods, improve public health and work to restore our natural world. All of our research and consumer tools are available at http://www.organic-center.org/ for free download; sign up for our monthly e-newsletter, The Scoop, a digest of the latest organic research from around the world; download Organic Essentials, a pocket guide for reducing pesticide dietary exposure; watch our video, Serious Science, Serious Benefits; join Mission Organic 2010, our campaign to increase total consumption of organic food to 10% of the food supply by 2010 – visit http://www.mo2010.org/; ask you local grocer for organic fruits and vegetables. September 2009
RAN believes “that a sustainable world can be created in our lifetime, and that aggressive action must be taken immediately to leave a safe and secure world for our children”. For more information about RAN's environmental advocacy visit: www.ran.org August 2009For every dollar we donate they’ll plant a tree. To be a part of our “tees for trees” campaign, simply place an order in the month of August and we’ll take care of the rest!  American Forests works to protect, restore and enhance the natural capital of trees and forests. Healthy forests filter water, remove air pollution, sequester carbon, and provide homes for wildlife. Help plant trees to restore areas damaged by wildfire, where critical wildlife habitat has been lost, and to clean our air and water.
July 20091% For the Planet is a growing global movement of companies that donate 1% of their sales to a worldwide network of environmental non-profits. 1% For The Planet was founded on the belief that the environmental crises that we face today cannot be overcome without the active and sustained involvement of business. As members, were recognize our responsibility to and dependence on the planet we all share. We believe that by leveraging our collective resources we, along with our non-profit partners, can act as a catalyst for positive change. We hope that you will join us in this movement by supporting 1% For The Planet members whenever possible. June 2009City Slicker Farms empowers West Oakland community members to meet the immediate and basic need for healthy organic food for themselves and their families by creating high-yield urban farms and backyard gardens.
These spaces provide healthy, affordable food and improve the environment. We seek to serve all West Oakland residents, prioritizing people who have least access. Our farms and gardens demonstrate the viability of a local food-production system, serve as community spaces, empower children and adults who want to learn about the connections between ecology, farming and the urban environment, and give West Oakland residents tools for self-reliance. Visit their website: www.cityslickerfarms.org May 2009 Established in 1977, Sea Shepherd Conservation Society (SSCS) is an international non-profit, marine wildlife conservation organization. Our mission is to end the destruction of habitat and slaughter of wildlife in the world's oceans in order to conserve and protect ecosystems and species. Sea Shepherd uses innovative direct-action tactics to investigate, document, and take action when necessary to expose and confront illegal activities on the high seas. By safeguarding the biodiversity of our delicately-balanced ocean ecosystems, Sea Shepherd works to ensure their survival for future generations. Visit their website: www.seashepherd.org April 2009The Petaluma Wetlands Alliance works with the schools, governments, environmental organizations, and the community. They educate the public about the ecology, wildlife, and values of wetlands. Visit their website: www.petalumawetlands.org March 2009 Sonoma Valley is a beautiful, biologically rich watershed. Its natural abundance is the foundation for a world-class quality of life experience for residents and visitors alike. Whether expressed in premiere wines or breathtaking natural vistas, its bounty and beauty are part of a unique natural heritage. This month's featured non-profit Sonoma Ecology Center works to retain this remarkable heritage for the future. Their mission is to work with our community to enhance and preserve ecological health in Sonoma Valley through programs of watershed research, education and restoration. Visit their website: www.sonomaecologycenter.org February 20091% For the Planet is a growing global movement of companies that donate 1% of their sales to a worldwide network of environmental non-profits. 1% For The Planet was founded on the belief that the environmental crises that we face today cannot be overcome without the active and sustained involvement of business. As members, were recognize our responsibility to and dependence on the planet we all share. We believe that by leveraging our collective resources we, along with our non-profit partners, can act as a catalyst for positive change. We hope that you will join us in this movement by supporting 1% For The Planet members whenever possible.
January 2009We have chosen the Nevada Wilderness Project as our 1% for the planet recipient for the month of January. The Nevada Wilderness Project is a catalyst for wildlife habitat conservation, wilderness preservation, and smart development of renewable energy. Since 1999, NWP has led successful campaigns to protect more than 2.5 million acres of public land in Nevada as Wilderness, the strongest protection possible, with another 500,000 acres of National Conservation Area. Viva Las Wilderness! December 2008Recently the Santa Barbara area has been hit with voracious fires and threads of mud slides. In light of this, we have chosen a local Santa Barbara non-profit as December's 1% partner. Our thoughts are with our friends in Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara Channelkeeper's mission is to protect and restore the Santa Barbara Channel and its watersheds through citizen action, education, field work, and enforcement. We work on the water and in communities throughout the South Coast to monitor local waterways, restore aquatic ecosystems, advocate for clean water, enforce environmental laws, and educate and engage citizens in identifying and devising solutions to local water pollution problems. We are working hard to prevent the pollution of our local beaches, waterways and wetlands from urban runoff, sewage spills, agricultural operations, oil and gas production, and large municipal and industrial discharges. We are a member of the international Waterkeeper Alliance, which now has more than 175 members worldwide. To learn about water quality and aquatic habitat issues facing the Channel and its watersheds, visit our website at www.sbck.org; while you’re there, sign up for our monthly e-newsletter. November 2008 The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit grassroots organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of our world’s oceans, waves and beaches. Founded in 1984 by a handful of visionary surfers in Malibu, California, the Surfrider Foundation now maintains over 50,000 members and 80 chapters worldwide. For more information on the Surfrider Foundation, go to www.surfrider.org. October 2008
The Organic Center, established in 2002 and based in Boulder, CO, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to generate credible, peer-reviewed scientific information and communicate the verifiable benefits of organic farming and products to society. We serve as a clearinghouse for global scientific research on organic food and farming, and present findings on the risks of pesticides to environmental and human health. By so doing, we promote the conversion of more farmland to organic methods, improve public health and work to restore our natural world. All of our research and consumer tools are available at http://www.organic-center.org/ for free download; sign up for our monthly e-newsletter, The Scoop, a digest of the latest organic research from around the world; download Organic Essentials, a pocket guide for reducing pesticide dietary exposure; watch our video, Serious Science, Serious Benefits; join Mission Organic 2010, our campaign to increase total consumption of organic food to 10% of the food supply by 2010 – visit http://www.mo2010.org/; ask you local grocer for organic fruits and vegetables. September 2008 |
| Petaluma Wetlands Alliance PO BOX 973 Petaluma, CA 94953-0973 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council 40 West 20th Street New York, NY 10011 |
| Environmental Working Group 1436 U Street NW #101 Washington, DC 20009 |
| The Sustainable Living Roadshow 1037 Murray Street Berkeley, CA 94710 |
| Gaviota Coast Conservancy PO Box 1099 Glota, CA 93116 |
| Heal the Bay 444 9th Street Santa Monica, CA 90401 |
Pacific Wildlife Care |
| The Marine Mammal Center 2000 Bunker Road Fort Cronkhite Sausalito, CA 94965 |
| Grist Magazine 710 Second Avenue, Suite 860 Seattle, WA 98104 |
1% For the Planet donation recipients - 2007
| Sonoma Ecology Center 20 East Spain Street, Sonoma, CA 95476 |
| Petaluma Wetlands Alliance PO BOX 973 Petaluma, CA 94953-0973 |
| PRBO's Headquarters 3820 Cypres Drive #11 Petaluma, CA 94954 |
| Nevada Wilderness Project 8550 White Fir Street Reno, NV 89523 |
| Heal the Bay 1444 9th Street Santa Monica, CA 90401 |
| Amigos Bravos 610 Gold Ave, Suite 228 Albuquerque, NM 87102 |
| Solar Living Institute 13771 S.Hwy 101, PO Box 836 Hopland, CA 95449 |
| RAN 221 Pine Street 5th Floor San Francisco, CA 94104 |
| Environmental Working Group 1436 U Street NW #101 Washington, DC 20009 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists Two Brattle Square Cambridge, MA 02138 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council 40 West 20th Street, New York, NY 10011 |
| Conservation International 2011 Crystal Drive, Suite 500 Arlington, VA 22202 |
| SalmonAid PO BOX 29196 San Francisco, CA 94129 |