Empowering individuals to positively impact their lives, their communities and the environment, Southwest Conservation Corps (SCC) operates conservation service programs across Southern Colorado and Northern New Mexico that engage youth, young adults and veterans on public lands. SCC works to foster inclusive opportunities and collaborative partnerships for positive growth through development of knowledge, leadership, and compassion towards our lands and communities.

To promote the wise and responsible use of our natural resources through education, demonstration, and technical services for the benefit of all citizens of Spartanburg County.

To promote, protect, and preserve nature and green spaces in our community.

The Spartanburg Science Center will provide science education and enrichment for the students and adults of Spartanburg County by providing educational programs, lectures and hands-on exhibits.

The mission of the Alaska Teen Media Institute is to provide youth (ages 13-24) with the tools and training needed to produce stories and with the opportunity for their stories – told in their own voices – to be shared through a variety of media. ATMI believes the teen perspective is valuable and is under-represented. Alaska Teen Media Institute is a program of Spirit of Youth 501(c) 3.

The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center focuses on conservation of the tallgrass prairie ecosystem and the birds that rely on it. A nature center that is part of the National Audubon Society, Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center preserves 850 acres of tallgrass prairie with nearly 4 miles of walking trails for bird and nature exploration. The center hosts field trips and public programs throughout the year to spark visitors of all ages towards conservation action for birds. wildlife, and our planet.