Summary
Organization name
Great Old Broads for Wilderness
other names
Broads
1989
Tax id (EIN)
87-0479828
Category
Environment
Organization Size
Medium Organization
Address
555 Rivergate, B1-110Durango, CO 81301
La Plata County, CO, US
Great Old Broads for Wilderness stands strong for public lands in a big, bold way.
This year, our members fought for dam removal on the Lower Snake River, rallied against border walls in Big Bend, advocated for forest research in New England, organized a community event with Terry Tempest Williams, sent almost 3,000 emails to Congress, and much more.
Once public lands are gone, they’re gone for good. That’s why Broads stand strong to protect the wild lands we love–even when the heat turns up.
Give by December 31st to support our essential work in 2027. Thank you!
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Our History
Conceived by older women who love wilderness, Broads gives voice to the millions of Americans who want to protect their public lands and wilderness for this and future generations.
Since our beginning in 1989, Broads have been a part of developing solutions to public land threats. We defend our nation's wilderness and work to designate new wilderness areas. We lend our support to conservation partners, testify at hearings on land use policy, and write letters to agency staff, media, and legislators. Educating ourselves about wilderness issues first, we then educate the public and policymakers. We fight for the clean air and water that wild, healthy lands provide.
Mission
Great Old Broads for Wilderness, a national grassroots organization led by women, engages and inspires activism to preserve and protect wilderness and wild lands and waters.
Background Statement
Great Old Broads is growing the feminine voice in conservation by empowering women to lend their years of experience to take a leadership role as an advocate for wild land protections.
To learn more, visit our website at greatoldbroads.org or find us on social media.
Selected in 2021 as one of ten winners, among over 500 nominated, of the Aspiration (Green Financial Services) Climate Action Award.
“I love being a Broad! I love knowing my time and resources are a gift for protecting the Wild places and Wild animals I love. I have developed lifelong friendships with Wild Women and Bros. It is such a gift to be connected to nature and friends.” - Rynda Clark, Central & Eastern Oregon Bitterbrush Broads Leadership Team Member
“I have spent my entire career working in and for public lands, starting as a Student Conservation Association Intern 40 years ago doing trail work in the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness. Wilderness has always been my passion, though in recent years, with the attack on public lands, protecting our public lands has become a priority. Being a member of Great Old Broads for Wilderness has been a great way for me to build a community and get involved with protecting the things I love. Keep up the good work!” Jenni Blake, Idaho member
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Organization Data
Durango, CO 81301