Friends of the Everglades is a renowned brand dedicated to preserving, protecting, and restoring the unique and fragile Everglades ecosystem. Founded in 1969 by Marjory Stoneman Douglas, an esteemed journalist, author, and environmental activist, Friends of the Everglades is committed to ensuring that government agencies comply with existing environmental laws and resist any attempts to weaken them. As a brand, Friends of the Everglades aims to spread awareness about the critical importance of the Everglades to the South Florida ecosystem.

They encourage politicians to understand the long-term consequences of their actions and advocate for the sustainable management of the Everglades. Their comprehensive range of services includes providing quick-access resources to track harmful algae blooms and toxic discharges from Lake Okeechobee, addressing urban development projects that endanger the Everglades, regulating the mercury runoff from the EAA to protect the fish, and advocating for climate action to protect the Everglades from the impact of climate change. Through their various programs and initiatives, Friends of the Everglades empowers individuals, educators, and young scholars to become stewards and protectors of this unique and irreplaceable natural wonder.

By making a donation, individuals can directly contribute to their efforts in preserving, protecting, and restoring the Everglades