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For Immediate Release
Contact: Sara Close, Membership & Development Manager
              Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics
              303-442-8222 x105 or sara@LNT.org
              www.LNT.org





Leave No Trace Earns
4-Star Charity Rating:
Distinguished fiscal management recognized within the nonprofit sector by Charity Navigator.
February 1, 2008 (Boulder, CO)- On behalf of Charity Navigator, Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics was congratulated on January 30th, 2008 on achieving the coveted 4-star rating for sound fiscal management.

As the nonprofit sector continues to grow at an unprecedented pace, savvy donors are demanding more accountability, transparency and quantifiable results from the charities they choose to support with their hard-earned dollars.  In this competitive philanthropic marketplace, Charity Navigator, America's premier charity evaluator, highlights the fine work of efficient charities such as Leave No Trace, and provides donors with essential information needed to give them greater confidence in the charitable choices they make.

Based on the most recent financial information available, Charity Navigator is proud to announce Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics has earned a 4-star rating for its ability to efficiently manage and grow its finances.  According to Charity Navigator, Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics outperforms the majority - more than 75 percent - of nonprofits in America with respect to fiscal responsibility.  This "exceptional" designation differentiates the Center from its peers and demonstrates to the public it is worthy of their trust.

The New York Times, NPR and The Chronicle of Philanthropy, among others, have profiled and celebrated Charity Navigator's unique method of applying data-driven analysis to the charitable sector.  Last year alone, Charity Navigator visitors gave over $3 billion in charitable gifts.

Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics' 4-star review of its' favorable fiscal health will be visible on the Charity Navigator website as of February 1st.