Wild Equity Institute

The Wild Equity Institute is a San Francisco-based nonprofit organization dedicated to building a healthy and sustainable global community for both people and the natural environment. Its mission focuses on uniting grassroots conservation efforts with environmental justice movements to promote sustainability and equity[2][3][4].

Mission and Activities

The Wild Equity Institute's primary goal is to create a balanced and harmonious relationship between human communities and their natural surroundings. This involves advocating for environmental policies that protect endangered species and ecosystems while promoting social justice[3][4]. The organization has been involved in campaigns related to species protection, such as advocating for the Lange's Metalmark Butterfly and other species in the Antioch Dunes National Wildlife Refuge[1].

Notable Initiatives

One of the notable initiatives involves collaborating with other environmental groups to challenge environmental violations. For instance, the Institute has been part of legal actions against entities for violations of the Endangered Species Act, specifically concerning operations that harm local ecosystems[1]. Additionally, they work towards creating sustainable public spaces, as seen in their engagements with park enhancement projects in the San Francisco area[2].

Structure and Funding

As a nonprofit organization registered under the EIN 27-0984775, the Wild Equity Institute operates with the support of its members, staff, and board of directors. Financial support comes from donations and grants aimed at furthering its environmental and social equity goals[3][4].

Impact and Partnerships

The Institute partners with local communities and organizations to raise awareness about environmental issues and to build green, healthy environments. By focusing on both environmental conservation and social justice, the Wild Equity Institute works to address systemic inequalities and promote sustainable practices[5].

[1] https://19january2017snapshot.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2015-06/documents/wildequitynoi_07242013.pdf [2] https://www.wildequity.org [3] https://www.guidestar.org/profile/27-0984775 [4] https://app.candid.org/profile/8911060 [5] https://volunteerinfo.org/wild-equity-institute/