This month, we celebrated the 40th Earth Day and as you know, being "green" or sustainable isn't just a one-day project. April's Member of the Month makes it their goal to instill the concept year-round.
Earth Care International is a New Mexico-based nonprofit focused on creating sustainability through teaching and engaging youth in local communities. In 2006, the organization created a Youth Allies Sustainability program to foster young leaders and equip them with the skills and resources to individually go out and spread change throughout their local communities. This model for catalyzing change is the main reason we've chosen them as our April Member of the Month.
The organization was able to make use of the free hosting package offered by Grassroots.org to facilitate programs and address all their audiences: volunteers, donors, youth and educators. "Having a website has made it possible for us to reach youth, teachers, donors, and the public with our mission, our programs, and announcements," says Outreach Coordinator Angela Harris.
Earth Care International completed their latest edition of the Sustainable Sante Fe Guide back in November, proving that green projects can and should run all year. In honor of Earth Day, the organization celebrated by gathering to plant trees, visiting the community farm and jamming to live music outdoors.
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