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September 05, 2008: Palau Micronesia Challenge Endowment Gets $1 Million Boost
In recognition of the extraordinary progress it has made in establishing and sustainably funding their national protected areas network as part of their commitment to the Micronesia Challenge, the Republic of Palau is scheduled to receive a check for $1 million from The Nature Conservancy (TNC).

Jeff Martin
Phone: 691-320-5674
E-mail: Jeff.jj.martin@gmail.com

May 10, 2007: International Conservation Organizations Applaud Global Environment Facility’s $100 Million Proposal
International Conservation Organizations Applaud Global Environment Facility’s $100 Million Proposal $100 Million Proposed to Protect Island Biodiversity; Six Million for Micronesia Challenge

Cristina Mestre
Phone: (703) 841-8779
Fax: (703) 841-1283
E-mail: cmestre@tnc.org

September 19, 2002: Sharing Knowledge to Protect Their Islands
For the first time ever, leaders from nine top environmental and governmental groups in Micronesia are joining forces in hopes of protecting the area’s most important natural resources.

Audrey Newman
Phone: (808) 587-6202
Fax: (808) 545-2019
E-mail: anewman@tnc.org