Summer 2025 is in full swing! CharityWatch wishes you and yours a festive, fun, and safe summer 2025!
We all enjoy the beaches, parks, concerts, and other outdoor activities thanks to access to clean water and air. Now is a great time to consider a donation to a Top-Rated Environment & Climate Change charity to secure a clean environment for future generations.
Appalachian Mountain Club promotes the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the mountains, forests, waters, and trails of the Appalachian region.
Izaak Walton League of America (National Office) works to conserve, restore and promote the sustainable use and enjoyment of our natural resources, including soil, air, woods, water and wildlife.
Union of Concerned Scientists puts rigorous, independent science to work to solve the most pressing problems of our planet.
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ATTENTION: The charities listed in this alert were Top-Rated by CharityWatch at the time of its publication. CharityWatch updates our ratings throughout the year. To see if a particular charity is currently Top-Rated, please click on its name, below.
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