Explainer Program at the New York Botanical Garden provides students with the opportunity to strengthen their understanding of science and the environment, gain practical work experience, and develop problem-solving and interpersonal skills. The Garden is located in one of the nation’s most underserved communities, and the Explainer Program provides local youth with a safe environment for learning and professional development.

Friends of Van Cortlandt Park was founded by Bronx, New York residents in response to dramatic cuts in New York City’s Department of Parks and Recreation’s budget. Over the past twenty years, the Friends have provided high quality environmental education programs for underserved youth in New York City and Yonkers. They’ve also worked to understand and address the Park’s critical needs, raise funds for its restoration, and expand the constituency of those who care about it.

National Teach-In/Education for Global Warming Solutions brings students together with policy-makers to discuss positive solutions to global warming and its effects. Through webcasts, teach-ins, climate dialogues, and the 100 Days of Action calendar, the National Teach-In engages student groups in communication with legislators and study groups, and in direct actions.

Queens County Farm Museum is the only working historical farm in New York City, and the longest continuously farmed site in New York State – the Farm, which dates to 1697, includes a greenhouse, livestock, farm vehicles, planting fields, an orchard and a herb garden. Through programs and events, they educate the public about Queens County's agricultural and horticultural past, and present-day sustainability practices.

Truck Farm – a 1986 Dodge pickup with a mini-farm planted in the truck bed – travels from school to school teaching kids about farming and healthy food, engaging them in thinking about where food comes from, and getting them excited about growing food themselves.