The trustees of the Magnolia Charitable Trust are alarmed about a number of trends in the Texas natural environment.  These concerns motivate the decisions we make in reviewing proposals and making grants.  Some of the issues that draw our attention include:

• Rapid and extensive habitat loss and fragmentation

• Pressures on traditional ranching operations and communities

• Abuses of natural ecosystems engaged in commercial farming and silviculture

• Meager acreage protected for habitat or recreation

• A lack of ecological awareness and commitment in our political leadership