Letter from the President

Dear colleagues, volunteers and staff; our business partners; and our donors:

We at NMF believe that environmental stewardship and sustainability are integral to the fabric of our nation’s continued growth and well-being. We believe protecting and enhancing the natural environment of our communities is a fundamental building block of sound economic growth. We share the philosophy that when economic development, environmental stewardship and sustainability are intertwined, the end result will enhance the landscape — both commerce and environment — of our communities and our nation.

We focus on our nation’s youth to inspire this next generation to carry the mantle forward. We enrich their experience with nature and outdoor projects so that as they become adults they will think about and care about the footprint they and their family and business make. We educate them and encourage them to look at expanding their studies into the fields of sustainability, environmental science, alternative energy and green technology. We aspire to teach the ethos of environmental stewardship to individuals, businesses and communities. We recognize and reward those that demonstrate insight and leadership in this field.

We invest in innovative ideas and programs:

• We are the founders of the United States’ first environmental stewardship literature and book award program — the Green Earth Literature Program.
• We are the founders of enGAUGE It, the youth-inspired tire gauge program that saves money, saves lives and saves the environment.
• We are the stewards of trails and community and school habitats through our Field It program that allows students a firsthand knowledge of the diversity, strength and fragility of local ecosystems.

We are based in the Washington DC area with both a local presence and a national focus for our youth programs.

NMF is a vibrant foundation. We are responsive and responsible. We are innovative and practical. We are multigenerational. We are collaborative. We love what we do. We hope to engage your interest, your talent, your support and your passion.

Thank you for visiting our website. Please contact us and get involved. Help us to help you in your community. Bring forward your ideas. Imagine what we can do when we work together.

 

Amy Marasco Newton Founder and President

Peter Trick Board Chair