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• Since 1888, contributors to National Geographic magazine have traveled the world to provide photographs and stories about various people, animals and places. National Geographic, along with its member foundations and societies, provides grants and supports programs for worldwide exploration, research and conservation.National Geographic: Mission

• Fast Facts

  1. Founded in 1888
  2. Website launched in 1996
  3. National Geographic Channel launched in 2001
  4. National Geographic Conservation Trust was founded in 2001
  5. Worldwide circulation of approximately 8.5 millionNational Geographic: Assets and Capabilities
  6. Funded over 8,000 scientific research initiativesNational Geographic: Assets and Capabilities
  7. Publish an average of 150 books each yearNational Geographic: Assets and Capabilities
  8. 40% of readers live outside the United StatesNational Geographic: National Geographic Expands its World
  9. Won 3 National Magazine Awards in May of 2008The New York Times: National Geographic Wins 3 Awards, Honored Beyond Photography (May 2, 2008)

• Magazines

  In addition to the original English language magazine, National Geographic is published locally in over 30 different languages. The society also publishes several magazines specialized to certain groups or interests, including National Geographic Traveler, National Geographic Adventure, National Geographic Kids and National Geographic Explorer.National Geographic: Assets and Capabilities

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