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Last updated on December 3, 2008

People For Puget Sound is a non-profit citizens' group working to protect and restore the health of Puget Sound and the Northwest Straits through education and action. Our vision is a clean and healthy Sound, teeming with fish and wildlife, cared for by people who live here.

Description:
We exist because our Inland Sea -- Puget Sound and the Northwest Straits -- is one of the wonders of the world. Its literally thousands of species of plants and animals rival the richness of any tropical rainforest. Its scenic beauty is unparalleled. And its health is key to our region's vitality. But Puget Sound is in trouble. Many of its creatures face possible extinction -- because of pollution, the loss of healthy habitat and the ever-present threat of an oil spill. Only we -- people who care -- can turn things around. We work to: eliminate contamination of the Sound and Straits, halt the destruction of natural habitats of the Sound and Straits and sustain the Sound and Straits as a healthy source of people's livelihood, enjoyments and renewal. We do this by: educating and involving our communities in our shared responsibilities, holding ourselves and public officials accountable for carrying out commitments and enforcing laws and regulations and building a popular, legislative and business constituency to effectively manage our region so that Puget Sound survives and thrives.

History:
People For Puget Sound is a regional citizen's organization founded in 1991 to educate and involve ordinary -- and extraordinary -- people in protecting and restoring the land and waters of Puget Sound.

Since our founding, we have recruited thousands of members, volunteers, activists, and "Kids For Puget Sound." We have developed partnerships with hundreds of other organizations. We are a growing organization with activities, events and projects in nearly every corner of the Sound and the Northwest Straits. Our work ranges from hands-in-the-mud habitat restoration to advocacy for the Sound in the halls of the legislature.

People For Puget Sound's programs are based on partnerships and collaborations, scientific credibility, creative use of communications and technology, and a hands-on style. Our work is funded by thousands of people like you.

Contact people:

Jamie Wine, Education & Outreach Coordinator, (phone), (email) Eliza Ghitis, Habitat Restoration Coordinator, (phone), (email)

Office fax number: (206) 382-7006

Address:

Seattle Office - 911 Western Ave. Suite 580 Seattle, WA 98104 This location is handicap accessible (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.pugetsound.org

Directions:

We are at 911 Western Ave. Suite 580, Seattle, WA 98104. Here's a map and the mapquest link: http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?address=911%20Western%20Avenue%2c%20Suite%20580&city=Seattle&state=WA&zoom=10&style=2 If you're coming on I-5, you will want the Seneca or James street exit, then you'll want to head west/downhill to First Ave. If you came from James, head north/right on First Ave. If you came from Seneca, head south/left on First Ave. Parking is usually best found under the Alaskan Way Viaduct (99 on the map above), which is directly behind/west of our building. Our building is the Maritime Building, is light blue, and takes up the entire block between Marion and Madison. Come in the entrance with the planters on either side, go to the 5th floor and take a right out of the elevator. Keep making rights until you hit the end of the hallway and you'll see us.   Nearest Bus Stop: 1st Ave or 3rd Ave, 5 minute walk

Miscellaneous Information

Liability
	No
Does your organization welcome court-ordered community service volunteers?
	No
Does your organization have volunteer positions for youth 12-18?
	Yes

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