Weekly News: April 3, 2026

A Fun Night of Basketball Supporting Safe Drinking Water!

Thank you to everyone who supported Freshwater Future at the Grand Rapids (Michigan) Gold Fan Appreciation night, sponsored by our partner Founders Brewing Company.  Proceeds from the 50/50 and bids on special edition jerseys featuring Freshwater Future’s logo will support our work to ensure safe, affordable drinking water and clean waterways. 

Thank you again, to the 2025 Freshwater Heroes!

Congratulations to this year’s Freshwater Heroes:

  • Coalition on Lead Emergency (COLE), Wisconsin
  • Glory-June Greiff, Indiana
  • LaTanya Bell, Michigan 
  • Michigan Against Atomic Waste, Michigan
  • Northwatch, Northeastern Ontario
  • Peter Gagnon, Ontario & Rick Gartshore, Ontario
  • Randy Dykhuis, Michigan
  • Sally Howard, New York
  • Sherry Fleming, Ohio
  • Voces Fieles Comunitarias Contra la Opresión, Illinois

Freshwater Future shares our gratitude for everyone who attended our Heroes Celebration this week! Coming soon, our upcoming Spring Newsletter where you can learn more about these passionate, dedicated advocates. 

April 21: Water Watchers Presents – Fundraising Basics for Nonprofits

Your organization’s important work requires funds. Join us at the Fundraising Basics Webinar on Tuesday, April 21, at 12 pm ET (11 am CT) to learn about different sources of funds and methods to raise funds from individuals. We’ll share tips to connect with potential supporters and boost your confidence to start fundraising immediately. Register today! Please note that this session will not be recorded.

Register Today for Mindfulness and Movement on April 29th

Set aside a small part of your day and join us for a free 45-minute session to relax and restore! This 45-minute gathering will be led by Jonathan Relucio, a mindfulness facilitator and coach with over 20 years of leadership and community organizing experience. All are invited to this 11:30 am ET event – please feel free to share. Register today and thank yourself later! Register at freshwaterfuture.org.

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