About Us
Science and exploration are our foundation — storytelling and education are our superpowers.
We are a global non-profit that funds the best and brightest individuals around the world dedicated to our mission to use the power of science, exploration, education and storytelling to illuminate and protect the wonder of our world.
Our National Geographic Explorers are advancing knowledge and leading conservation programs with outsized impact to protect nature, wildlife and historical places. They’re documenting the wonder of our world — including its beauty, mystery and the threats it faces.
National Geographic Society Programs
Explorer-Led Programs
We invest in and scale a small number of signature, Explorer-led programs that can have outsize impact by combining the core elements of our vision: they leverage rigorous science and exploration while combining storytelling and education throughout the fabric of their efforts. These rigorous, multi-year initiatives are catalyzing lasting change across our five focus areas of ocean, land, wildlife, human histories and cultures, planetary health and space.
Featured Program
Pristine Seas
Spending weeks at sea, diving thousands of hours and seeking out the least explored places in the ocean, National Geographic Explorer in Residence Enric Sala, scientists and filmmakers work to inspire the creation of protected marine areas, while ensuring effective management for years to come.
Youth Programs
At the National Geographic Society, our mission is to use the power of science, exploration, education and storytelling to protect and illuminate the wonder of our world. Ranging from Internships to Virtual Externships, online education resources, National Geographic Photo Camp and more, we provide students with immersive and virtual learning experience, inspiring the next generation of Explorers, leaders and solution seekers.
Featured Program
Slingshot Challenge
The Slingshot Challenge is about sharing your ideas for slingshotting our planet forward. We’re challenging 13-18 year olds to create a one-minute video with your solution to our current environmental problems.
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Your generous contribution will help fund National Geographic Society mission programs and Explorers working to save wildlife, protect our oceans and ecosystems, preserve our ancient heritage and solve the planet’s mysteries and challenges.