YMCA of the Rockies is proud to announce its certification as an Environmental Partner with 1% for the Planet, a global network of businesses and nonprofits committed to environmental responsibility. This new partnership recognizes YMCA of the Rockies' longstanding leadership in outdoor education, access to nature, and sustainability, while unlocking powerful new pathways for collaboration, funding, and volunteer engagement.
Through this partnership, YMCA of the Rockies is now eligible to receive support from 1% for the Planet member businesses, including cash donations, in-kind gifts, volunteer support, and collaborative events, across impact areas such as Nature Access and Environmental Education.
"We see this partnership as a meaningful endorsement of the work we're already doing to connect people to the outdoors in inclusive, educational, and inspiring ways," said Amy Wolf, Environmental Sustainability Director at YMCA of the Rockies. "We're thrilled to join a global movement of action-oriented organizations focused on real environmental impact."
Unlike corporate partners who pledge to donate 1% of their revenue, nonprofit Environmental Partners like YMCA of the Rockies are vetted recipients of that support. YMCA of the Rockies' certification under the Access to Nature pillar highlights the organization's commitment to equitable outdoor experiences for all ages, especially youth, school groups, and families.
"Being part of 1% for the Planet enhances our ability to invite partners to join us in our mission," added Wolf. "Whether it's donating gear to our outdoor education programs, volunteering at a trail clean-up, or supporting solar projects, businesses now have a clear, credible way to support our work."
The partnership also aligns with YMCA of the Rockies' Sustainability Action Plan, which includes a goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% or more by 2050, and a continued investment in educational programs that foster environmental stewardship.
As a certified partner, YMCA of the Rockies will incorporate the 1% for the Planet badge into digital and print materials, helping signal alignment with environmental values to guests, donors, and corporate partners.
For more information about YMCA of the Rockies' environmental commitment, visit www.ymcarockies.org/about-us/environmental-stewardship. To learn more about 1% for the Planet, visit www.onepercentfortheplanet.org.