Collaborating for change

The need to build trust, bridge divides, and champion our environment has never felt more pressing. Help us bring communities, businesses, nonprofits, and governments together to solve problems collaboratively.

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Five steps to reach farmers faster (and more effectively)

With conservation agriculture budgets tighter than ever, your outreach can't afford to miss the mark. In five clear steps, we’ll show you how to set clear goals, speak your farmers’ language, pick the right channels, and measure your wins.

Investing in youth for a just and sustainable future

Support for Roots for the Future helps us build a future where young people are equipped to lead, advocate, and thrive in an environmental justice movement that belongs to them.

We all have a role to play in cleaning up our air

More than 800 vehicle emissions systems have been repaired through Project Clean Air Repair. Local automotive repair industry leaders Cathy Heying and Tim Suggs share how their work goes beyond just fixing vehicles and extends to supporting the communities they serve, including the environment.

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Upcoming Events

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 - Thursday, October 30, 2025

Bloom at Trellis Impact 25

As global leaders and policymakers recognize the economic risks of biodiversity loss, now is the time to turn awareness into action. Read More

Time:
Multi-Day
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2024 annual report out now

Environmental Initiative shines brightest when working together feels risky. In 2024, we came face to face with levels of complexity and discomfort that both challenged us and brought us closer to the change we want to see.

New Project CAR garage

Wayne’s Automotive in Grand Rapids is now part of Project Clean Air Repair (CAR)—helping qualifying Minnesotans get low-to-no cost emissions system repairs!