The Herbert W. Hoover Foundation takes a leadership role in funding unique opportunities that provide solutions to issues related to the community, science, education and environment.
The Hoover legacy stems from a long history of innovation, entrepreneurship, and community leadership ignited by William H. “Boss” Hoover in 1870 when Boss Hoover founded The Hoover Company… Read More
Herbert W. Hoover, Jr., led the effort to create Biscayne National Monument, now Biscayne National Park. Located within sight the metropolis of Miami, Florida and comprised of 95% water, Biscayne… Read More
Elizabeth Lacey Hoover is the daughter of Herbert W. Hoover Jr. She embodies the long family tradition of community service, entrepreneurial skill, and teaching the next generation to preserve… Read More
2019 – HWHF is providing funding to The Ohio State University to conduct groundbreaking soil health research under the direction of world-renowned soil scientist Rattan Lal in Stark County. On-farm studies will assess the impact of agronomic management for restoration of soil health on crop yield and nutritional quality. Improved management practices, including conservation agriculture with and without cover crops, and with and without use of farmyard manure, will be implemented. The project will produce globally relevant outcomes by adding new insights to the literature on assessing the carbon footprint of small landholder production systems.
2019 – Funding was provided to Nova Southeastern University to collect the spawn and rear the larvae of corals rescued ahead of disease in the Florida Reef Tract. Funding was used to build a mass-scale larval rearing system that will be used in efforts to restore coral reefs for years to come.
2019 – Funding was provided to the North Canton Heritage Society for the installation of seven permanent signs spread throughout the city of North Canton. These signs showcase important historical events and contributions of local residents and organizations throughout history, including the impact of The Hoover Company and family.
2018 – HWHF provides funding to Malone University to allow groups of students to travel to south Florida to participate in world-class marine conservation experiences. Students observe manatees with Buddy Powell of Sea to Shore Alliance, collect and learn about the problem of marine debris in Biscayne National Park, and participate in shark tagging expeditions with Neil Hammerschlag and the University of Miami Shark Research and Conservation Lab. Upon returning from their trip, students share their experiences with Stark County residents, conveying how their lives in Ohio can impact the oceans.
Originally published by The Conversation. Original article available here. Protecting Mangroves Can Protect Billions of Dollars in Global Flooding Damage Each Year Authors: Michael Beck, Pelayo Menendez March 10, 2020 […]
Renowned marine scientist Michael W. Beck, Ph.D., will discuss the importance of coastal conservation at a free lecture on March 4. Beck, a research professor in the Institute of Marine […]
Originally published by the Miami Herald. Original article available here. BY HOWARD COHEN FEBRUARY 28, 2020 11:45 AM Florida’s persistent blue-green algae problem in waterways has already been linked to […]
Increasing the Accessibility for Characterizing Microplastics: Introducing New Application-Based and Spectral Libraries of Plastic Particles (SLoPP and SLoPP-E) AUTHORS: Keenan Munno, Hannah De Frond, Bridget O’Donnell, and Chelsea M. Rochman Originally […]
