by Pamela A. Keene Introducing children to gardening helps plant healthy habits for a lifetimeGardening is a great way for parents and kids to spend quality time outdoors. Whether the goal is to grow flowers, herbs and vegetables; have an activity to share; learn about nature and the environment; or just break away from the … Read more
The Project Learning Garden application is open. Available for schools in the Atlanta Metro region (Clayton County, Atlanta Public Schools, Henry County, Cobb County, DeKalb County, Fulton County, & Gwinnett County) Deadline Jan 31st, 2019 Apply Today! About Project Learning GardenThe goal of Project Learning Garden is to use best practices in garden-based education to increase instructional use of … Read more
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED For the third year, Captain Planet Foundation is hosting the Green Schools Conference Student Summit “Eventually, all things merge into one, and a river runs through it.”– Norman Maclean The lakes and rivers of Minnesota and the entire nation need protectors and advocates. Will you answer the call? Learn about … Read more
by Theresa Vargas / washingtonpost.com They don’t know yet what they will say or whether they will use any data to back up their points. But someday soon, three teenage girls will stand in front of an administrator at their D.C. school and make an important request: Can someone please get rid of the utensil … Read more
By American Girl Magazine Ocean Hero Sophia featured as a Shining Star in American Girl Magazine. Read Article
Article:Supporting Global Goals with Ocean Heroes Bootcamp by Kevin Majoros / sevenseasmedia.org Read Article Background: Captain Planet Foundation, Lonely Whale, Point Break Foundation, and 8 other NGOs for the Second Year of Ocean Heroes Bootcamp! Ocean Heroes Bootcamp was created for emerging youth activists between the ages of 11-18 who can learn from experienced activist peers … Read more
by Cayman News Fresh off receiving a Captain Planet Foundation award for her environmental work at a ceremony in Atlanta, Georgia, Steff Mcdermot is not resting on her laurels. Armed with an impressive passion and drive for an 18-year-old, the University College of Cayman Islands (UCCI) student remains focused on her goal of “empowering youth … Read more
by patagonia.com Robbie Bond, founder of Kids Speak for Parks, urges adults to vote for public lands. Watch video
As Proud Co-founders of the Ocean Hero Bootcamp, We’re Excited to Partner With Lonely Whale and 14 other NGOs for Its Second Year! Ocean Heroes Bootcamp was created for emerging youth activists between the ages of 11-18 who can learn from experienced activist peers and near peers – so they can join forces, learn from … Read more
December 12, 2018 A Spectacular Evening of Celebration and Fundraising! View & Download Photos The Captain Planet Foundation presented its annual Benefit Gala, one of the Southeast’s largest eco-benefits, on Dec. 7 at the InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta. The charitable evening recognized extraordinary environmental change-makers and raised over $500,000 to support the Foundation’s programs and mission. Adrian … Read more