2019 reminded me that the impact and effectiveness of Green Foothills is only possible because thousands of people unite in support of our mission and vision. Year after year, you donate, you sign petitions, you hold signs at rallies, and you speak at city council meetings. Together we are a powerful voice for the land, for the waters, and for the wildlife that surround us. This Annual Report highlights what we accomplished together in 2019. You will also find statements from three fellow members who share why they are proud members of your Green Foothills community.
We are primed for a big year in 2020 and I’m excited thinking of what we will achieve together.
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Our Work in 2019
We advocated on 28 issues in 2019. From small parks to proposed projects that would impact our entire region, we gave a voice to the most at-risk habitats. This map illustrates the range of our work.
What Our Members Say
“Environmental advocacy groups have earned a reputation as important allies to Indigenous Peoples. We share a deep respect for our natural world and recognize the importance of keeping our lands protected and healthy. My Tribe is partnering with Green Foothills for Coyote Valley and Juristac, our most sacred site, and we believe it is integral to have a strong support network to protect our ancestral lands. Although we continue to face difficulties reconnecting with our lands and are challenged by historic trauma, Green Foothills’ work to protect Popeloutchom, the lands we belong to, supports the hope that Tribal youth have for our future. Our strong relationship allows Tribal youth such as myself to have hope for the future. The protection of our open spaces will serve people today and many generations in the future.”
—Alexii Sigona, member since 2019 | Member of the Amah Mutsun Tribal Band
“I am proud to stand united with all of the members of Green Foothills. Together we fight for environmental protections that all species, including humans, depend upon for survival. If we allow this backsliding of environmental protections to continue, generations to come – including my own granddaughter and her future children – will struggle to exist on an earth filled with dirty and toxic air and water, incinerated forests, and flooded lowlands. Is this the legacy we want for them? To paraphrase the incredible Greta Thunberg: The eyes of future generations are upon us, and if we choose to fail our youth, they will never forgive us.”
—Joan Baez, member since 2008 | Activist, singer, songwriter, inductee of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
“I support Green Foothills because of the passion, courage, and persistence they bring to defend our local environment for future generations. The advocacy team at Green Foothills is one of the best kept secrets in the region and should be an inspiration to all of us. They have protected our coast, bay, forests, hillsides, and farmlands for over half a century. I am proud and honored to be a supporter – along with many others – of this incredible organization.”
—Joe Cotchett, member since 2001 | Famed Trial Lawyer
