Known to many as America’s first environmentalist, George Perkins Marsh was a 19th-century scholar, diplomat, and naturalist. His book Man and Nature sparked the establishment of forest reserves and the national forest system. It is still widely considered a pivotal text in the founding of the conservationist and environmental movements. To express our sincere appreciation to those who commit to legacy gifts, Woodwell Climate offers lifetime membership in the George Perkins Marsh Society.
Benefits and privileges of membership
As a George Perkins Marsh Society member, you play an important role in securing the future of Woodwell Climate’s work toward a safe and stable climate for generations to come. All legacy gifts are directed to the Center’s endowment to support climate science research in perpetuity. Membership in the society includes these benefits:
- Recognition as a member of the Society in our annual Impact Report
- A dedicated staff liaison to assist you whenever needed
- Periodic special communications from Woodwell Climate
- Invitations to private events hosted by the Center
For many types of gifts, we require only a simple written statement of your commitment to initiate your George Perkins Marsh Society membership.