The Sierra Club's mission is to explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the Earth, promote responsible use of ecosystems and resources, educate and engage humanity in environmental protection, and use lawful means to achieve these objectives. They support and fund volunteer-led chapters and groups, provide information and education through their magazine, Sierra, and online store, and align their online activities with the broader strategy of the organization. Sierra Magazine is published five times a year with a print run exceeding 600,000 magazines. They also offer Sierra Club branded merchandise for sale.
This organization is a registered 501(c)(4) charity in the U.S. Donations are not tax deductible within the guidance of U.S. law.
Unlike 501(c)(3) nonprofits, (c)(4) organizations can participate in unlimited lobbying activities, providing them with more tools to engage in policy change. These organizations often support powerbuilding in communities through advocacy and electoral work.
Financials sourced from IRS Form 990 (2021)
This organization is a registered 501(c)(4) charity in the U.S. Donations are not tax deductible within the guidance of U.S. law.
Unlike 501(c)(3) nonprofits, (c)(4) organizations can participate in unlimited lobbying activities, providing them with more tools to engage in policy change. These organizations often support powerbuilding in communities through advocacy and electoral work.
Financials sourced from IRS Form 990 (2021)
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