The motto of the National Geographic Society is "Inspiring people to care about the planet." It reflects the organization's commitment to promoting environmental awareness, conservation, and exploration.
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Gardiner Greene Hubbard is considered the founding father of the
National Geographic Society.
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The National Geographic Society was founded on January 27, 1888. The National Geographic Magazine was first published nine months after the Society was founded as the Society's official journal.
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The National Geography Society was founded in 1988. The funds
accumulated by the National Geography Society currently fund
National Geographic Education, The Geography Alliance Network,
Policy Reform, and Public Awareness.