During Summer 2027, Bridge Charter Academy students led by Marina Lacy and Freeda Burnstad will embark on a 12-day cultural immersion journey through Japan in partnership with Cloud Forest Institute. The journey is designed as a narrative arc — moving from Japan before modernity through preserved village life, traditional craftsmanship, and ethical reflection, before arriving at Tokyo's vibrant contemporary culture as a culminating lens.

Cloud Forest Institute (CFI) is the fiscal sponsor of the Erdem Ulak Education Scholarship Fund. Your gift to CFI on behalf of the Erdem Ulak Education Scholarship Fund helps further the educational mission of both organizations. This fund is restricted for use and dedicated to providing educational opportunities to talented, underserved students in memory of beloved Mathematics Teacher Erdem Ulak.We sincerely appreciate your support. In addition to school supplies and meals during school attendance your contribution also provides funding for:Psychological and well being supportSocial Responsibility and volunteer programsLeadership and character development workshopsCertificates for completed programsTravel stipends for educational purposesGrants for special talents in art, sports, science

Cloud Forest Institute is the fiscal sponsor for the Citizen's Initiative for Ecosystems Restoration (CIFER) Education & Resilience Program in Cross River State, NigeriaYour contribution to CIFER helps promote environmental literacy among youth, women, and local communities through environmental awareness campaigns, school outreach programs and training activities to encourage responsible stewardship of forests and ecosystems. Activities include:Conducting Ecological assessments and baseline surveys.Monitoring and documenting restoration outcomes.Collecting and analyzing environmental date.Promoting nature-based solutions to climate challengesProducing reports and educational materials that contribute to informed environmental decision making.