About Global Green USA
Founded in 1994 by activist and philanthropist Diane Meyer Simon, Global Green is the American Arm of Green Cross International (GCI), which was created by President Mikhail S. Gorbachev to foster a global value shift toward a sustainable and secure future by reconnecting humanity with the environment.
Global Green USA is the only national environmental non-profit headquartered in Southern California with offices in New Orleans, Washington DC, and New York, and is one of over 31 national GCI affiliates throughout the world.
Mission
Global Green is working to address some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. In the United States our work is primarily focused on fighting global climate change through our green affordable housing initiatives, National Green Schools Initiative, national and reginonal green building policies, advocacy and education.
Internationally, Global Green and its affiliates are working toward:
- Eliminating weapons of mass destruction that threaten lives and the environment
- Providing clean, safe drinking water for the 2.4 billion people who lack access to clean water
Results
The organization was founded in order to create a new approach to solving the world's most pressing environmental challenges. Global Green's unique approach merges innovative research, cutting-edge community based projects and targeted advocacy that:
- Educates hundreds of millions of people annually
- Leverages billions of dollars for environmental initiatives
- Implements ground-breaking environmental policy
- Improves the lives of tens of thousands in low-income communities
See our latest accomplishments and goals here.
Global Green USA has been rated a Four Star Charity by Charity Navigator, the nation's largest and most-utilized evaluator of charities.
Global Green USA 2008 Annual Report
In 2008, despite having to do our own belt tightening, we achieved significant results in tackling climate change and revitalizing communities from the inside out. We worked across the nation to create sustainable urban environments and combat global warming through our focus areas of green affordable housing, green schools, community education, solar energy and sustainable city programs. This is not to mention our critical work to eliminate nuclear and chemical weapons, and ensure access to clean water for all of humanity.
Global Green is grateful to all our 2008 supporters, grantors, and donors. Please view our 2008 supporters here.
Global Green USA Financials
You can also contact us to obtain a copy of Global Green USAS's most recent audited financial statement or IRS form 990.
Global Green USA Newsletter
Global Green's quarterly newsletter highlights advances by our various programs and initiatives, as well as upcoming events. You can view past newsletters at the bottom of our Media Center page
Global Green Blog
Global Green's two blogs keep you up to date on our various projects and initiaitves, as well as providing more insight into the day to day work of our staff members.
