A micro-charity with
a big heart 🌿
We believe in a world where people of all backgrounds are free to discover a deep appreciation of nature, without barriers
The De Filippis Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization [EIN: XX-XXXXXXX] with a focus on working with those who experience financial, social, physical, emotional and other barriers to the natural world
We believe that without ready availability to natural spaces, people are cut off from a powerful source of community, recreation and healing. Our mission is to promote equitable access to nature as a tool for personal growth, wellbeing and happiness
Through direct action and focused philanthropy we work to break down barriers to entry and to inspire a new generation of conservationists, environmental stewards and nature lovers
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The Issues
Financial, social, emotional, physical and other barriers to natural resource access marginalize communities by cutting them off from a powerful source of belonging, recreation, and healing
💵 Cost
Getting out into nature isn’t always free. From the price of gear to the park entry fee and even filling up the tank with gas, it’s no wonder that financial barriers are a high hurdle for would-be nature lovers
🚨 Systemic inequities
Lack of diverse representation (“people like me don’t do that”), political barriers (historically segregated public resources, etc) and urban buildup often present an insurmountable barrier to entry
🚌 Transportation
Although some cities provide bountiful access to natural resources, most don’t. Simply finding a ride to a beach or park limits the amount of exposure many people have to the outside world
🗺️ Knowledge
Knowing where to start is the hardest part – you don’t know what you don’t know. Lack of education means that oftentimes hidden gems right in your backyard stay overlooked and underutilized
