Izaak Walton League of America (national office)
Non-profit OrganizationsMaryland, United States11-50 Employees
The Izaak Walton League of America (national office) is a long-standing non-profit organization focused on environmental conservation across the United States. Established in 1922, it emphasizes grassroots, community-driven action to protect watersheds, reduce air pollution, safeguard wildlife habitats, and promote open spaces, with policies advanced through democratic participation by local chapters. The organization frames its work around balancing environmental needs with economic considerations, supporting clean energy, sustainable agriculture, and outdoor recreation as core areas of impact. Based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, the League operates through a network of regional chapters in more than 260 communities, relying on volunteers to drive policy and on-the-ground conservation initiatives. Its activities aim to translate local conservation concerns into state and national advocacy, and it has a history of partnerships and initiatives that extend its reach into watershed restoration, pollution reduction, and habitat protection, reflecting its mission to preserve outdoor America for future generations.