Minnesota is the Land of 10,000 Lakes. Every year, Minnesotans take action to protect these waters from pollution, invasive species, and policy gaps. By supporting Minnesota Lakes and Rivers, you are shaping a future where clean, healthy waters are protected for generations.
Minnesota Lakes & Rivers: Advocates is a 501(c)4 nonprofit. Contributions are NOT tax-deductible. EIN 41-1761357
Become an Advocate
- Real-time alerts from the State Capitol when action is needed
- Monthly newsletter “Water Connects Us All” with stories, news, and advocacy tips
- Opportunities to take direct action to protect lakes and rivers near you
Sign Up Your Organization
Minnesota is home to over 500 lake associations, representing more than 200,000 engaged Minnesotans. MLR Advocates is the collective voice for these organizations and a key resource for organizing around water issues. By joining as an organization, you:
- Advocate for policy change at the local and state level
- Access tools and resources to strengthen your water initiatives
- Join a statewide network working to protect Minnesota’s waters
Minnesota Lakes & Rivers: Protection & Education is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, donations ARE tax-deductible.
EIN 82-1196944
Giving with Purpose, Protecting with Passion
We’re raising $1 million to grow our statewide programs, meet the rising challenges facing our waters, and ensure Minnesota Lakes and Rivers can protect water for generations to come. Here’s how you can contribute:
Give online
Use our secure giving form for ACH, e-check, or credit card contributions (link to secure giving page or buttons embedded in webpage).
Mail us a check
Please address any checks to “MLR P&E” and mail them to Minnesota Lakes and Rivers, PO Box 22262, Saint Paul MN 55122.
Give us a ring
You can call us to provide your credit card information over the phone. You’ll be talking to a real person, we promise. Call (651) 815-7003
Retirement account/donor advised funds
You can use Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) to support our work at Minnesota Lakes and Rivers while receiving potential tax benefits. For those over 70 ½, this is a way to make a difference with your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD).
Here is the information you or your financial advisor will need – Name: Minnesota Lakes and Rivers Protection & Education, Address: PO Box 22262 St. Paul, MN 55122, EIN: 82-1196944
Legacy gifts/bequests
When you leave Minnesota Lakes and Rivers in your estate plan, you are leaving a lasting legacy of lake and river stewardship, and help us leave our waters better than we found them for the next generation.
Here is the exact language you would use leave Minnesota Lakes and Rivers a legacy gift:
“I give, devise, and bequeath to Minnesota Lakes and Rivers Protection and Education, a nonprofit corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Minnesota, with Tax ID # 82-1196944, , the sum of $____ (or _ percent of the residue of my estate) to be used for its general charitable purposes.”
Gifts of real estate
A gift of real estate to Minnesota Lakes and Rivers is a unique way to provide a lasting benefit to our lakes and rivers, and a convenient way for you to enjoy a charitable deduction. *Note, these transfers are subject to board approval.
Your Support Increases Our Reach, Promoting Water Quality and Stability Across Minnesota’s Lake Regions