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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
Who is the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)?
Founded in 1970, NRDC combines the expertise of some 700 scientists, lawyers, and advocates with the power of more than 3 million members and online activists to confront our planet's most pressing problems.
We believe all people deserve the right to clean air, clean water, and healthy communities.
How does my gift make an impact?
Your donation powers NRDC's team of lawyers, scientists, and campaigners who are fighting in and out of court to protect our environment.
NRDC knows how to use the courts to uphold the law and will do it whenever necessary — no matter who is president.
NRDC's renowned team of environmental litigators filed more than 150 lawsuits against the Trump Administration's unlawful actions. Of the cases that have been preliminarily or finally resolved, NRDC has scored victories in nearly 90 percent so far!
What are the most urgent threats facing our environment?
After Trump packed federal courts, including the Supreme Court, everything is on the table: clean air, clean water, imperiled wildlife, and our one remaining chance to avert a complete climate catastrophe.
America's biggest polluters are poised to launch a barrage of attacks aimed squarely at taking down the very pillars of environmental protection.
What are others saying about NRDC?
"One of the nation's most powerful environmental groups."
– The New York Times
"Even by environmentalist standards, this is a relentless group of lawyers and scientists."
– Worth Magazine
"NRDC is, by many accounts, the most effective lobbying and litigating group on environmental issues."
– The Wall Street Journal
Named one of the top 10 charities changing the world.
– CNBC
Give with confidence. Rated 4 out of 4 stars, and scored 96 out of 100 points by Charity Navigator.
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