Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation is a U.S. conservation organisation working on wildlife, habitat restoration, environmental education and climate through 52 affiliates and two magazines.
The National Wildlife Federation, founded in 1936, is a conservation organisation working across the United States and its territories. It describes itself as America's largest and most trusted conservation organisation, bringing together more than 6 million members and supporters to address what it terms a biodiversity crisis affecting more than one-third of all U.S. wildlife species. Its work spans wildlife and biodiversity conservation, habitat and waterway restoration, climate change mitigation and adaptation, environmental education, environmental justice and outdoor recreation programming.
The organisation operates through a federated structure of 52 state and territory affiliates and seven regional centres nationwide, a model that began as a conference convened to unite conservationists. It was founded by the cartoonist Jay Norwood "Ding" Darling. Its stated constituency is broad: hunters, anglers, gardeners, birders, hikers and other outdoor enthusiasts.
Publishing and media form a significant part of its activities. National Wildlife®, an award-winning magazine covering conservation education and wildlife stories, and Ranger Rick®, an award-winning children's magazine connecting young readers with nature, each reach millions of readers.
