Earth Conservation Corps

Our mission is to empower our endangered youth to reclaim the Anacostia River, their communities and their lives.

The Earth Conservation Corps is a nonprofit organization that engages the strong minds and muscles of Anacostia’s youth in the restoration of the Anacostia River. As corps members improve their own lives, they rebuild the environmental, social, and economic health of their communities.

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Fundraising Event!

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ECC Friend $500 (per ticket)

Leadership Circle $2,500 - Two tickets to the event; recognition at the event and on the ECC website.

Thank you and we hope to see you on Tuesday, January 19th!

The 2010 United States Census is quickly approaching. Make sure you get involved and participate in the 2010 US Census!
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Senate Bill Signals New Momentum for Clean Energy in 2009

Senate Environment & Public Works Committee Chair Barbara Boxer (D-CA) and Foreign Relations Committee Chair John Kerry (D-MA) introduced the Senate’s version of comprehensive clean energy and climate legislation today.

Joe Mendelson, global waming policy director of the National Wildlife Federation, said:

“Quite simply, this bill means less pollution and more clean energy. It will move America forward in the new clean energy economy, create new jobs and help ensure our country is a leader in developing and selling clean energy technology around the world."

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Upcoming Service Days

Come out and join our Corps members in service this fall. We will be out on the river through November. Dates and details are below. If you have further questions please contact Kevin Jeffery at kjefferyecc@gmail.com or 202.479.6710. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Come join us and get dirty!

ECC will provide - Gloves, trash bags, water, appropriate tools, & safety equipment
Your group should bring - A water bottle, sunscreen, we recommend wearing long sleeves, long pants, and closed toe shoes.

November 7th 2009 Corps Member Lintia Fleming’s Independent Service Project
Service will consist of trash clean up and brush and vine removal
900 Delaware Ave SW, Washington, DC. 9am-12pm
(Directions)

November 14th 2009 Corps Member Steven Tyler’s Independent Service Project
Service will consist of trash clean up and removal
Shipley Park Apartments, 9am-12pm
(Directions)

A special thanks to all of our sponsors who made the Diamond Teague Park a success!