In 1989, the third and fourth generations of the Andrus family on the Surdna board established programs in Environment and Community Revitalization and decided to enlarge the professional staff to broaden the Foundation's effectiveness.
In 1989, the third and fourth generations of the Andrus family who sat on the Surdna board created programs aimed at restoring environments and reviving local neighborhoods. They also decided to hire more professionals to strengthen the Foundation's ability to make a difference.