We strive to develop cooperative relationships that advance water quality and nurture Northern Michigan’s local economy. With input from local, regional and state sources – such as governments, nonprofits, funders, program participants and residents – the Watershed Council is able to address the needs of the communities we serve.

From the Holocaust Survivors who tell their stories to groups and visitors from around the world, the Museum Shop personnel who share ways to continue to learn about the Holocaust with visitors, and of course the docents who educate visitors through the museum’s core exhibits, volunteers are essential to our mission of engaging, educating, and…

WAVE provides technical and financial support for groups demonstrating the importance of water resource stewardship at the local level. Create a group of friends, family, coworkers, or anyone and focus on your neighborhood river/lake or explore somewhere new. Protect or enhance water quality, water conservation, or habitat and include education.

If you’d like to get involved in a more hands-on way, our Grand Rapids Office has many volunteer opportunities available. We have options to fit all kinds of different preferences and schedules. Whether you’re more interested in data entry or building and grounds maintenance, dropping in once a week or working a special event, we…