The National Wildlife Federation is proud to partner with NBC’s The Americas, a momentous opportunity to protect our shared planet.
Narrated by Tom Hanks, The Americas takes viewers on an epic journey across North and South America in a 10-part television event. Explore the wonder, secrets and fragility of the supercontinent’s most all inspiring landscapes and amazing creatures.
Watch The Americas, The Americas is now streaming on Peacock. Get inspired to spend time outside in nature, discovering the wonders of wildlife and wild places.
Let’s COME TOGETHER FOR NATURE!
Join
Join with National Wildlife Federation and NBC Universal’s The Americas to make a pledge for nature!
Learn
Accept The Americas Green Hour® School Challenge and apply for a grant to jumpstart your project today. Spread joy with Ranger Rick® Enter our joke contest.
Act
Find everyday actions you can take to protect wildlife. Get the Watch Kit to find more ways to help featured animals and ecosystems.
NBC’s The Americas Green Hour® School Challenge
Hey Students, Teachers and Parents!
Since spending time outside and connecting with nature has important health benefits, we are inviting you to submit innovative projects or ideas to get your school, classroom, group or club outdoors and connected with nearby nature in meaningful ways.
Accept The Americas Green Hour® School Challenge and apply for a grant to jumpstart your project today. Your school or youth program could be awarded a grant from $500 to $10,000.
Check out the examples below and come back soon for guidelines and to apply next time.
Guidelines
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Examples
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Timeline for the Challenge:
Stay tuned for upcoming opportunities!
Recently Awarded Projects:
Bird’s-Eye View: Bridging PS9’s Native Garden with Classroom Learning | Brooklyn, NY
Fish Eggs to Fry | Gresham, OR
The Herps Club | Pembroke Pines, FL
Martins in the Middle: A Citizen Science Journey into Migration and Conservation | San Antonio, TX
Vermont’s Lakes & Mountains: Creating timelapses of Vermont’s Dynamic Ecosystems | Burlington, VT
Marjory’s Everglades Explorer Trail | Parkland, FL
