The Ernest Thompson Seton Institute aims to bring Seton’s genius to new generations.
The Ernest Thompson Seton Institute [The Institute] provides engaging opportunities for people to develop and deepen respect for our environment and one another through appreciation and assimilation of Ernest Thompson Seton’s ideals and philosophies. The Institute focuses on interactive activities that draw people to seek out deeper understanding and appreciation of nature, conservation, and ethical co-existence.
The Institute’s goals are to provide forum for (1) developing an understanding of Ernest Thompson Seton’s ideals and philosophies; (2) gaining appreciation of the modern age importance of those ideals and philosophies; (3) developing
curiosity for modern interpretation and application of Seton’s ideals, values and artistic expression, and; (4) developing actionable self-awareness and interpretative expression in the form of conservation, education, art, literature, and human rights activities.
With growing urbanization, we risk losing appreciation for our role in the ecosystem that sustains us. Understanding nature and our role in it helps us learn to thrive in harmony with nature. Seton’s program of Woodcraft guides us to respect nature and learn to live within biotic boundaries.
The most important thing today is the character of our youth. Seton believed that outdoor education was the best way to develop character and moral responsibility. Curiosity, individuality, and personal improvement are paramount. The Institute seeks to infuse outdoor education programs with Seton’s principles which are steeped in adventure and fun!
The Institute seeks to promote these values and preserve and make Seton’s ideas and work accessible for generations to come.
The Ernest Thompson Seton Institute, Inc. (the Institute) is a New Mexico nonprofit corporation.
Our Mission:
Through expansive thinking and action, the Ernest Thompson Seton Institute inspires curiosity and respect for nature and humanity aligned with Ernest Thompson Seton’s ideals.
Our Vision:
To preserve and build upon Ernest Thompson Seton’s philosophies.
Tax Status:
The Institute is recognized as an exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions are deductible to the extent permitted by applicable law.
In accordance with applicable requirements of the Internal Revenue Service, the Institute will provide copies of its Form 1023-EZ Streamlined Application for Recognition of Exemption Under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and its last three annual reports on Form 990-N. Please direct requests to info@etsetoninstitute.org. You can also mail the request to Ernest Thompson Seton Institute, Inc., 4781 Quail Run Avenue, Las Cruces, NM 88011.
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