Established by the U.S. Congress in 1992, the Udall Foundation honors Congressman Morris King Udall's thirty-year
legacy of public service. As set forth in the founding legislation, the purposes of the Foundation are to:
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Increase the awareness of the importance of, and promote the benefit and enjoyment of, the nation's natural resources;
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Foster a greater recognition and understanding of the role of the environment, public lands and resources in the
development of the United States;
- Identify critical environmental issues;
- Develop resources to train professionals properly in environmental and related fields;
- Provide educational outreach regarding environmental policy;
- Develop resources to train Native American and Alaska Native professionals in health care and public policy;
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Through the U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution, provide assessment, mediation, and other related
services to resolve environmental disputes involving federal agencies.
Udall Foundation Awards by State, 1996-2010