Ways to Give
Make a One-Time Gift
Your one-time gift plays a vital role in protecting and restoring the Russian River for future generations. Each contribution supports critical initiatives such as habitat restoration, water quality improvement, and community advocacy. Together, we can ensure a healthy, thriving river ecosystem that benefits both wildlife and our community. Plus, thanks to a generous donor, your year-end gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $25,000—doubling your impact!
Click here to make a one-time gift.
Donate Monthly
Monthly giving is the most sustainable way to support our ongoing programs.
Donate Your Car
We’ve partnered with CarEasy.org to make donating your unused or unwanted car simple and hassle-free.
Click here for more information.
Planned Giving
Leave a Lasting Legacy with Russian Riverkeeper
By including Russian Riverkeeper in your estate plans, you can help safeguard the Russian River and its watershed for future generations. Planned giving is a meaningful way to ensure that your commitment to the environment endures beyond your lifetime.
Ways to Give:
- Bequests: Include Russian Riverkeeper in your will or trust with a specific dollar amount, percentage, or asset.
- Beneficiary Designations: Name Russian Riverkeeper as a beneficiary of your retirement account, life insurance policy, or other financial accounts.
- Charitable Trusts: Establish a charitable trust that provides for your loved ones while supporting Russian Riverkeeper’s mission.
Next Steps:
- Consult with your financial or legal advisor to determine the best planned giving option for you.
- Notify us of your intentions so we can thank you and ensure your wishes are honored.
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Support Russian Riverkeeper with a Gift of Stock
Making a gift of appreciated stocks or mutual funds is a meaningful way to support Russian Riverkeeper’s mission to ensure the Russian River watershed remains healthy, swimmable, fishable, and equitably shared—all while saving on your taxes.
Steps for Donating Stock
1. Notify Us of Your Intentions
Before initiating a stock transfer, please contact us and provide:
- Your name
- Name of the stock
- Number of shares
- Your phone or email for follow-up if needed
RRK Contact Information:
- Jana Lawyer, Development Director
- Phone: 707-723-7779
- Email: jana@russianriverkeeper.org
2. Initiate the Transfer with Your Broker
Share the following details with your broker to complete the stock transfer:
- Account Name: Russian Riverkeeper
- Fidelity Account #: Z40446766
- DTC #: 0226
- Tax ID #: 68-0321117
Russian Riverkeeper’s brokerage account is managed through Fidelity Investments.
3. Acknowledgment of Your Gift
Once your stock transfer is processed, Russian Riverkeeper will send you a formal acknowledgment letter with all the necessary information for your tax records.
If you have any questions or need more information, please contact Jana Lawyer, Development Director, at 707-723-7779 or jana@russianriverkeeper.org.