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There are many ways to get involved in the local environmental community. In addition
to volunteering at a local or national non-profit organization, you can participate in
Santa Monica’s numerous innovative community outreach programs. From participating in a
local chapter of “Sustainable Works” to working with the school garden programs, you can
get involved!
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Santa Monica Volunteer Network
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Sustainable
Works:
Offers City sponsored residential and business environmental workshops
to help you save money and improve the community. For more information call (310)
458-8716.
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The Center for Environmental and Urban Studies
at Santa Monica College houses an environmental
library open to the public and sponsors an environmental lecture series. The physical structure of
the Center is also an example of "green" building techniques. For more information call (310) 434-3909.
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Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce Environmental Affairs
Committee: Promotes an environmentally,
socially and economically sustainable community. For more information call (310) 393-9825.
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Sustainable Quality Awards (SQA):
A joint venture of the City of Santa Monica and the Chamber of
Commerce. The SQA recognizes local businesses that make significant achievements in sustainable
economic development, social responsibility and stewardship of the natural and built environments.
For more information contact the Environmental Programs Division at (310) 458-2227.
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SM-MUSD School Gardens Program:
Provides organic gardens at Santa Monica public schools. For more
information call (310) 450-8338 x259 or (310) 458-2227.
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EarthShare:
EarthShare is a payroll-deduction fundraising organization for the environment. For
more information call (310) 966-9466.
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