Mars One is a not-for-profit foundation that will establish a permanent human settlement on Mars in 2023.

Human settlement on Mars is possible today with existing technologies. Mars One mission plan integrates components that are well tested and readily available from industry leaders worldwide. The first footprint on Mars and lives of the crew thereon will captivate and inspire generations; it is this public interest that will help finance this human mission to Mars.

site link: http://www.mars-one.com/