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Endangered Planet Foundation
Founded2007
FounderCharles Michael Murray
TypePrivate foundation
(IRS status): 501(c)(3)
FocusEnvironment, Conservation, Arts, Community
Location
MethodExhibitions, Seminars, Environmental Education, Sponsorships, Festivals, Artwork
Websitehttp://www.endangeredplanetfoundation.org/

The Endangered Planet Foundation (EPF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in the United States whose mission is to raise awareness of pro-environmental causes via dialog and the arts, recognizing that advances in technology can provide many of the answers that will lead to a sustainable future.

History

EPF was founded by Charles Michael Murray, a graphic designer and commercial photographer as the philanthropic arm of the Endangered Planet Gallery, an art space opened in Laguna Beach, California in 2005.[1] Mr. Murray had previously organized and participated in a number of community-oriented events, including the largest environmental gathering in Orange County, California: the November 1989 landmark Laguna Canyon wilderness preservation movement, “Save Our Canyons - Walk.”[2] [3] Murray conceived the Walk and co-wrote a public service announcement that was produced and performed by Grammy Award-winning artist, Jose Feliciano.[4] The actions of several groups, elected officials, prominent citizens such as John Denver, as well as support of the Walk’s 8500+ participants, resulted in preserving open space in the Laguna Canyon Greenbelt.[5] [6]

Overview

EPF Board of Directors and Advisors have included Earth Day Founder, Visionary and Peace Advocate, John McConnell, Joanne Tawfilis, a Bob Marley Peace Award winner and former United Nations executive, attorney Jonathan R. Ellowitz, and noted environmental author, Chris Prelitz.[7] [8]

Activities

Early fundraising efforts organized by EPF include the public screenings of the documentary films “The 11th Hour” and “One: The Movie.”[9] EPF also co-produced a popular town hall meeting entitled “Laguna Beach – Earth Trustee,” featuring a discussion panel headed by John McConnell and a City of Laguna Beach Proclamation stating Earth Day coincides with the vernal equinox.[10]

Additional activities aimed at raising awareness of environmental and humanitarian issues included supporting Habitat for Humanity of Orange County, promoting/co-funding Sailors Without Borders in its mission to bring aid (such as solar panels and much-needed goods) to the victims of the 2010 Haiti earthquake, and a collaboration connecting arts with the environment known as the “Environmental Mile” which toured internationally as part of the Art Miles Mural Project (AMMP).[11][12][13]

EPF sponsored and organized the One Earth | One Dream EcoFests in 2008 and 2009 with grants made available by entities such as the City of Laguna Beach.[14][15] The events drew thousands of participants to view green exhibitors, award-winning films, eco-themed design and art exhibits. Also featured were symposiums where keynote speakers, including photographer and National Geographic’s Eco-Ambassador, Chris Jordan, former UN Ambassador Anwarul Chowdhury, Wayne Nastri, of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and noted artist, Wyland, discussed environmental concerns, examining topics such as environmental impacts on women’s and children's health, food and farming practices, eco-business, sustainable living and automotive fossil fuel reduction.[16][17] EPF, One Earth | One Dream provided support and sponsorship of the Laguna Beach Earth Day & Kelp Fest in 2012.[18]

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References

  1. ^ Sklar, Debbie (May 14, 2009). "Endangered Planet founder finds it busy being 'green'". The Orange County Register. Retrieved November 20, 2009.
  2. ^ Dan Weikel, Tammerlin Drummond (November 12, 1989). "Thousands Hit Road to Protest Laguna Project". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved May 21, 2008.
  3. ^ "The History of Saving Laguna Canyon" (PDF). Orange County Historical Society. Retrieved May 21, 2008.
  4. ^ Baker, Candice (November 10, 2006). "Save Our Canyons Walk 17 Years Later: Walking the walk". Coastline Pilot, a Los Angeles Times publication. Retrieved July 2, 2008.
  5. ^ Berkman, Leslie (February 27, 1992). "Tollway Foes to Blanket Canyon: Demonstration: Opponents of six-lane road hope for as big a turnout Saturday as one for 1989 Laguna Canyon march". The Los Angeles Times. Retrieved July 16, 2009.
  6. ^ "Thanks to Walk Veterans". Coastline Pilot. November 6, 2009. Retrieved November 20, 2009.
  7. ^ "Earth Day to be Celebrated in Laguna" (PDF). The Village Laguna Newsletter. March 2007. Retrieved November 20, 2009.
  8. ^ "Briefly in Business". Laguna Beach Coastline Pilot. June 12, 2009. Retrieved July 16, 2009.
  9. ^ "Briefly In Arts And Entertainment". Laguna Beach Coastline Pilot. September 15, 2006. Retrieved July 16, 2009.
  10. ^ Frazier, Cindy (March 17, 2006). "Earth Day is written in stone". Laguna Beach Coastline Pilot. Retrieved July 16, 2009.
  11. ^ Habitat for Humanity of Orange County. "Endangered Planet Foundation and the City of Laguna Beach Help Raise Funds for Habitat of Humanity of Orange County". Archived from the original on 2011-05-23.
  12. ^ O’Connor, Lona (March 18, 2011). "West Palm sailors hauling aid to Haiti". The Palm Beach Post. Retrieved May 23, 2011.
  13. ^ Tawfilis, Joanne (November 6, 2009). "Endangered Planet Foundation Sets Great Bibliotecha Alexandrina In Egypt Ablaze". Laguna Beach Coastline Pilot. Retrieved May 23, 2011.
  14. ^ Hart, Kelli (September 30, 2008). "Eco-festival organizer has a Dream for Laguna". Orange County Register. Retrieved March 2, 2011.
  15. ^ "In the Arts". Laguna Beach Coastline Pilot. May 1, 2009. Retrieved March 2, 2011.
  16. ^ "Community Events". Wyland Foundation. Archived from the original on September 2008. Retrieved July 16, 2009. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |archivedate= (help)
  17. ^ "Endangered Planet Foundation Presents The First Annual Environmental Festival". Laguna Beach Visitors & Conference Bureau. September 8, 2008. Retrieved March 2, 2011.
  18. ^ Guest Contributor (April 25, 2012). "Unexpected Outcome for Earth Day Event". Laguna Beach Independent. Retrieved May 21, 2011. {{cite news}}: |author= has generic name (help)
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