Sustainable Florida – Collins Center is an alliance of business, government and civic leaders and organizations committed to defining excellence for Florida’s economic, environmental and social future. It is a program of the Collins Center for Public Policy.  It is an independent, non-partisan, non-profit that finds smart solutions to challenges facing Florida. Since initiating the Best Practice Awards program in 1998, Sustainable Florida has recognized and honored more than 200 businesses, non-profit organizations, governmental groups and individuals whose work is committed to the future success of Florida.

From www.sustainableflorida.org - The Sustainable Florida vision is that every individual, organization, government and corporation adopt and implement operational values and practices that protect and improve Florida’s natural resources and provide economic opportunities for all. We want to ensure that future generations of Floridians inherit a beautiful state with rich natural resources, healthy ecosystems, vibrant communities, a lifestyle full of opportunities for personal growth and public involvement, and a diverse, productive, and growing economy. You can share in creating a Sustainable Florida.

Sustainable Florida's signature initiative is its annual Best Practice Awards. Now in its 10th year, the organization solicits nominations, recognizes and honors businesses, organizations and individuals whose work demonstrates that a healthy environment and a healthy economy are mutually supportive. Awards categories include Small and Large Business, Leadership, Non-Profit, Government, Business Partnership, and the Green Building Award.

Valley Forge Fabrics is honored to be the winner of the 2008 Sustainable Florida Best Practice Award in the Large Company category!

(for more information on this award click here)

The future success of Florida depends upon individuals, organizations, corporations and government working together and responsibly to preserve and conserve our natural resources, maintain continued economic success and ensure that all in our state have the opportunity for a safe, healthy and vibrant quality of life.  Sustainable Florida identifies exemplary, sustainable practices of business, government and citizen groups.  These practices are disseminated statewide through strategic communications, publications and conferences.  Sustainable Florida actively encourage others to adopt and build upon these best practices to sustain Florida’s resources; and serve as a catalyst in higher education and supporting an agenda that makes sustainability a cornerstone of academic practice.

A program of the Collins Center for Public Policy – a not-for-profit organization incorporated in Florida and recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a tax-exempt 501(c)3 organization.

Donations to Sustainable Florida are tax deductible.

Valley Forge is honored to participate with and share environmental goals with Sustainable Florida and the Collins Center for Public Policy.

For more information on Sustainable Florida please visit www.sustainableflorida.org