Environment

The GFWC Environment Community Service Program encourages us to become stewards of the earth by working to preserve the world's resources, protect wildlife and domesticated animals, live sustainably, and beautify our communities and enjoy nature. Environmental degradation is cumulative and many scientists warn that we are at a tipping point. There is no time like the present to act.

These are some of the ways in which we promote care of our environment:

Support Humane Animal Partners with monetary donations and
collection drives for pet food, gently used towels and blankets, leashes,
collars, food dishes and toys
Annual donation to Delaware Botanic Gardens at Pepper Creek
Annual donation to the 4th Street Preserve Campaign in support of their mission to preserve a 30 acre historic forested property in downtown Lewes

Collect athletic shoes for the Nike recycle program for playground surfaces

Support the Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park with an annual donation and volunteering with park clean up and restoration activities.
Lead an annual garden nursery pot recycling project and returning them to a local nursery to reduce landfill waste

Support for the Marine Education Research and Rehabilitation Institute (MERR) with an annual donation.
Programs to educate members on becoming better stewards of the environment such as introducing environment friendly household projects; education on dolphins, horseshoe crabs and other local wildlife; tours, such as the Delaware Botanic Gardens and University of Delaware Research Center for Marine Studies;