Ian Somerhalder Foundation- Creating Positive Environmental Impact

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The I.S. Foundation  aims to create positive impact on  our environment, our planet and its creatures. The foundation’s mission – to educate and collaborate, globally not just USA,  with other nonprofits, people and projects with similar goals.

“IS” Foundations distributes  funds and resources for use for global conservation, green energy development/deployment and educational tools. The foundation is also active in increasing awareness of global deforestation as a national and international security risk.

A key focus is on mobilizing and engaging the support of global youth populations.  The organizations is also  committed to initiatives to eliminate animal cruelty include efforts towards “no-kill shelters”. Learn more about IS Foundation at www.isfoundation.com or follow them on Twitter at  https://twitter.com/#!/ISFundraisers
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