Who We Support

National Geographic Maps is actively engaged in conserving our precious natural resources for future generations. Annually we support a variety of organizations and associations that share our commitment to the environment and the preservation of public lands.

Sponsored Athletes:

Each year National Geographic Maps sponsors a select number of individuals who demonstrate a prowess in an outdoor activity and have an affinity for maps and navigation. Sponsorship is awarded on an annual basis. To learn more and to apply, download the Sponsorship Application PDF.

The National Geographic Society and The Conservation Trust

National Geographic Society is dedicated to increasing global understanding and promoting conservation of our planet through exploration, research, and education. National Geographic Maps plays an important part in this mission by giving to the Society all the net proceeds from the sales of our products — all the products you see in this catalog. This money helps the Society fund its mission, including the work of the Conservation Trust.

The Conservation Trust’s primary objective is to support conservation activities within the context of the Society’s mission “to increase and diffuse geographic knowledge.” Bridging the variety of disciplines embraced by geography, the Trust provides funds for innovative action and outreach emphasizing problem-solving and building on existing scientific research. This philosophy enables the Trust to take risks on unproven approaches and investigators, often yielding creative solutions. Learn more…

The Conservation Alliance

Outdoor Business Giving Back to the Outdoors
The Conservation Alliance is a non-profit organization of outdoor businesses whose collective annual membership dues support grassroots citizen-action groups and their efforts to protect wild and natural areas. One hundred percent of its member companies’ dues go directly to diverse, local community groups across the nation Since its inception in 1989, The Conservation Alliance has contributed $5,305,059 to grassroots environmental groups across the nation, and its member companies are proud of the results: To date the groups funded have saved over 34 million acres of wild lands and 14 dams have been either prevented or removed-all through grassroots community efforts. Learn More…

Leave No Trace

Center for Outdoor Ethics
The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics is an educational, nonprofit organization dedicated to the responsible enjoyment and active stewardship of the outdoors by all people, worldwide. Learn More…

Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado

Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado (VOC) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to motivate and enable citizens to be active stewards of Colorado’s public lands. Founded in 1984, VOC has engaged almost 50,000 volunteers in the completion of over 260 trail and habitat projects. Work to date is valued at more than $11.8 million. Projects range in size from 15 to 1,000 volunteers and include building and maintaining trails, planting and removing invasive plants. VOC also promotes local stewardship throughout the state by providing expertise and resources to help other organizations partner with volunteers. VOC programs to support the conservation community include: V Outdoors (www.voutdoors.org), Colorado’s outdoor volunteer clearinghouse and project management database, leadership and skills training programs, and a model for staging small-scale, adopt style projects. Learn More…

Colorado Mountain Club

The Colorado Mountain Club gathers and disseminates information regarding the Colorado mountains in the areas of art, science, literature and recreation; to furnish facilities for the enjoyment and study of the mountains by the Club members and the public; and to advocate for the preservation of the alpine regions. Learn More…

In addition to the organizations listed above National Geographic Maps is a member and supporter of numerous outdoor industry, map, and regional trail and park associations.