EarthShare's mission is to expand financial support of its member organizations' vital programs through individual charitable giving, and to encourage the involvement of individuals in protecting our natural resources for future generations. EarthShare's members work hard every day to safeguard public health and protect and preserve our air, water, land and wildlife. EarthShare was founded in 1988 by national, nonprofit environmental and conservation organizations to represent them in payroll contriubtion fundraising campaigns. EarthShare has affiliates in 19 states, representing more than 400 community and state environmental organizations, in addition to its national groups.