CDM Exceptional client service means balancing infrastructure needs,environmental protection, public health, and economic growth. Since 1947, CDM has combined this understanding with our long and passionate commitment of serving municipal clients throughout the United States. As a full-service consulting, engineering, construction, and operations firm, we have worked as partners with the complete spectrum of public agencies and utilities, from small communities to large metropolitan areas. While each situation is unique, we are always guided by the same overall mission: to create, integrate, and deliver total solutions for public sector infrastructure and environmental needs. By listening closely to our clients and applying recognized technical excellence and creativity, we are developing innovativemulti-benefit solutions to improve the livability and sustainability of urban communities across the nation.John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation A private, independent grant-making institution dedicated to helping groups and individuals foster lasting improvement in the human condition.
Scotts Company Professional horticultural solutions with dedication to a beautiful world through innovation partnerships, resource conservation and environmental stewardship.
Boeing The Boeing Company - Boeing is the world's leading aerospace company and the largest manufacturer of commercial jetliners and military aircraft. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, employs more than 153,000 people in 48 American states and 67 countries, with major operations in the PugetSound area of Washington State, southern California and St. Louis. Total company revenues for 2005 were more than $54 billion. In terms of sales, Boeing is the largest exporter in the United States. Boeing is committed to good corporate citizenship, applying its core competencies to contribute toward projects and programs that benefit our communities. As a part of this, Boeing contributes the expertise of its employees, in-kind and surplus property and material, and cash to projects that demonstrate plans for sustainable, measurable growth in our focus areas. For more, please go to http://www.boeing.com/companyoffices/aboutus/community/index.html
William Penn Foundation founded in 1945 by Otto and Phoebe Haas, is dedicated to improving the quality of life in the Greater Philadelphia region through efforts that foster rich cultural expression, strengthen children's futures, and deepen connections to nature and community. In partnership with others, the Foundation works to advance a vital, just, and caring community. Learn more about the Foundation online at www.williampennfoundation.org
San Gabriel & Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountain Conservacy (RMC) The RMC is one of seven conservancies within the Resources Agency of the State of California. It includes portions of Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity sponsors the Illinois Sustainable Education Project (ISTEP), an integrated approach that emphasizes the link between energy, recycling, the economy, and the environment and provides Illinois students and teachers with the necessary information to make informed decisions.
City of Seattle Office of Sustainability collaborates with city agencies, business groups, nonprofit organizations, and other partners to protect and enhance Seattle's distinctive environmental quality and livability.
American Public Transportation Association Our members serve the public interest by planning, designing, constructing, financing and operating transit systems; providing safe, efficient and economical transit services; and by improving those services to meet national energy, environmental, and financial concerns.
FJC In 1995, a small group of dedicated philanthropists established FJC, with the goal of making it the premier foundation of donor advised funds for discerning philanthropists who appreciate a better way of giving. FJC's mission is to: Increase and maximize the impact of charitable dollars; Create innovative philanthropic solutions; Respond effectively to the needs and interests of donors.
The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources The gateway to Pennsylvania s great outdoors: trails, parks, greenways, river trails, heritage parks, and wildlife management.
The Philadelphia Water Department is the nation's oldest, and one if its largest, municipal utilities. PWD provides nearly 2.3 million citizens of the Philadelphia region with a vireityh of drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, and biosolids services. In the course of providing these services, PWD strives to achieve a balance between cost and environmental protection. It is sensitive to the needs of its ratepayers, while protecting its local natural resources. PWD's long tradition of excellence is maintained by a workforce of dedicated, innovative, and creative employees. These employees are the chief reason for the national recognition the department receives annually for its commitment to excellence in drinking water and wastewater treatment.
Newman's Own Foundation Paul Newman donates all profits from the sale of his products, after taxes, for educational and charitable purposes. Since 1982 more than $200 million have been awarded in grants to non-profit organizations through Newman's Own Foundation. In 1993 Nell convinced her father to establish an organic division of Newman's Own because of her passion for organic foods and sustainable agriculture.
Los Angeles County Department of Public Works Public Works is responsible for stormwater quality, developing watershed master plans, solid and hazardous waste management, recycling programs, reviewing building construction plansfor environmental issues, and a variety of public and youth environmental education outreach programs.
Los Angeles County Department of Sanitation and Watershed Mangement We implement watershed management County-wide to improve the overall quality of life for residents of Los Angeles County.
Richard Driehaus Foundation The Richard H. Driehaus Foundation is a family foundation formed in 1992. It has as its primary mission to benefit individuals and communities by preserving and enhancing the built and natural environments. The foundation also supports the performing and visual arts and makes grants to organizations that provide opportunities for economically disadvantaged individuals.
Chicago Community Trust Since 1915, The Chicago Community Trust has helped Chicago-area residents build a better life for the people of Cook County and greater Chicago. Through strategic grant making and strong relationships with donors, the Trust is one of the nation's most successful community foundations.
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