Donate to Protect Clean Water

Ways to Give

You can donate online, by mail, or become a River Sustainer through a monthly recurring donation. From tax-smart donations from IRAs and retirement accounts to leaving a legacy gift or donating stocks, you can power victories for clean water and our climate.

What happens when you become a member?

Membership starts at just $35 per year. Perks include:

  • Invitations to inspiring events
  • Free online programming
  • Print newsletters 
  • Warm and fuzzy feelings following victories for clean water and our climate

Columbia Riverkeeper has earned the highest possible 4-star rating from Charity Navigator. This recognizes our organizational performance, accountability, and transparency.

Other Ways to Give

You can make a big difference for clean water. Your donation will power victories to protect the places you love.

More and more people are making tax-smart donations from IRAs and retirement accounts, or leaving a legacy gift for clean water. You can donate online today, set up monthly giving, donate stocks, or property.

Columbia Riverkeeper membership starts at $35 per year. Perks include invitations to unique events, free online programming, and triannual print newsletters.

Stocks, Bonds, Mutual Funds, IRAs

We accept donations of stocks, bonds, or mutual funds. Depending on your age and the type of asset, some gifts are tax-free or tax-deductible. Contact Alex Smith (alex@columbiariverkeeper.org, (541) 399-7284) for details.

Legacy Giving

Leave a legacy of clean water and healthy communities by including Columbia Riverkeeper in your will and estate plans. If you would like more information or to discuss your estate plans, please contact Dianne Riley (dianne@columbiariverkeeper.org,  (541) 399-3260).

Double My Donation

Make your donation go further. Many companies will match donations, see if your company is one of them.

Donate a Vehicle

Do you have a car, truck, or boat that you would like to donate to Columbia Riverkeeper? Our partners at CARS will work with you to schedule a pick up and handle all the details. You can contact CARS directly at (855) 500-7433 or follow the link below.

Tribute or Memorial Gifts

Honor your friend or loved one with a tax-deductible gift to Columbia Riverkeeper, and help us protect clean water and our climate for generations to come.

Business Partnerships

Interested in sponsoring, matching funds, or donating a percentage of your business profits to protect clean water? There are multiple ways for businesses to support the work we do.

Financial Accountability

Columbia Riverkeeper believes in financial transparency for our members, partners, and donors. Review our annual reports, 990s, and audited financial statements to learn more.

Columbia Riverkeeper is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our tax ID number is 91-1583492. To donate by mail, send a check made out to “Columbia Riverkeeper” to 1125 SE Madison Street Suite 103A, Portland, OR 97214.

Business Partnerships

Interested in sponsoring, matching funds, or donating a percentage of your business profits to protect clean water? Get in touch to learn more.