W Charles Bennett CPA, CFE, MBA

The New Mexico Wild is a nonprofit organization that aims to protect, restore, and preserve New Mexico's wildlands and wilderness areas. Established in 1997, the organization achieves its mission through administrative protection, federal wilderness designation, and ongoing stewardship. It boasts a membership of individuals from all corners of New Mexico and nationwide. Its organizing efforts stretch across the state and include diverse groups such as ranchers, athletes, land grants, acequia communities, tribal and religious leaders, scientists, youth, and community leaders. The New Mexico Wild is the only statewide organization in New Mexico whose track record proves its capability of building diverse coalitions and protecting public lands.