The Environmental Education Foundation was founded in 1980 as an affiliate of the Geneva Lake Association (GLA). During its lengthy history, the Foundation has awarded more than $500,000 to over hundreds of lake area youth, from elementary school through graduate school.
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Explore our three major areas of support...
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The Foundation is a not-for-profit, tax exempt 501 (c) (3) organization, governed by a Board of Directors and By-laws.
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The Mission of the Environmental Education Foundation is to award educational scholarships and grants to area students and schools for environmental-centered studies and to promote environmental awareness to all ages of the Geneva Lake area.
About the Foundation
WHAT WE DO
Preparing the next generation to understand and protect the Geneva Lake Environment
The Environmental Education Foundation has an unwavering passion to support the multi-generational love of our beautiful lakes area. We have a rich history of honoring and preserving our environmental features so that future generations of residents and visitors can enjoy them for decades to come!
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EEF's primary focus is to fund scholarships for local students going into environmental fields of study. A number of our scholarship recipients have gone on to serve in remarkable roles within this industry. You can learn more about this program by visiting the Scholarships page.
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In addition to Scholarships, EEF offers grants to local schools for the Outdoor Education program. A beloved program by school-children, Outdoor Education gives children real life, hands-on experience in the outdoor classroom!
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Finally, the Foundation supports hands-on research conducted by area teachers and recognized experts and organizations providing students opportunities to participate in scientific studies centered on understanding and protecting our treasured outdoor environment. ​
