Wal-Mart Pledges One Acre for Every Acre Developed
Founded in 2005, Acres for America is a one-of-a-kind partnership between Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to conserve critical wildlife habitats for future generations. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. has committed $35 million over 10 years to permanently conserve at least one acre of priority wildlife habitat for every developed acre of Wal-Mart Stores’ current footprint, as well as the company’s future development throughout the 10 year commitment, making this one of the largest public-private partnerships ever and the first time a company has tied its footprint to land conservation. In just three years, the partnership has already surpassed Wal-Mart’s goal by conserving three times the amount of acreage originally planned. Acres for America has permanently conserved 395,000 acres Since 2005, the Acres for America program has funded projects in Arizona, Arkansas, California, Florida, Idaho, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, North Dakota, Oregon and South Dakota. To date, the Acres for America program has permanently conserved 395,000 acres. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation will consider recommendations for projects that would generate the greatest impact to important fish, wildlife or plant resources. To apply, or for more information, log onto www.nfwf.org. Site Profiles - A look at the sites in the Acres For America partnership: More information about the Acres For America program:
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