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by | Dec 19, 2024 | Belugas, Clean Water

Membership is the backbone of Inletkeeper. As a community-based organization, we not only work to protect our communities but we’re driven by them. Your support ensures we can react quickly to emerging threats, sustain vital programs, and fight for a resilient and thriving Cook Inlet | Tikahtnu watershed.

Help Us Reach Our $100,000 End-of-Year Goal!

— Loren Barrett

In 2025, Cook Inletkeeper will celebrate 30 years of advocacy and action. As we enter this landmark year emboldened by what we have preserved and in full knowledge that there is a long road ahead to continue to protect the places we hold most dear, we’re reminded that protecting special places like Cook Inlet | Tikahtnu takes determination, bold campaigns, and the power of community. Thanks to supporters like you, we’ve raised $62,077 so far—but we need your help to reach our $100,000 goal to support our critical 2025 programming.

Membership is the backbone of Inletkeeper. As a community-based organization, we not only work to protect our communities but we’re driven by them. Your support ensures we can react quickly to emerging threats, sustain vital programs, and fight for a resilient and thriving Cook Inlet watershed.

From defending Cook Inlet belugas in Tuxedni Bay to stopping destructive mining and promoting a clean energy economy, your contributions fuel every victory. Together, we’ve proven what’s possible: halting the Pebble Mine, overturning Lease Sale 258, creating a statewide stream temperature network, and helping to infuse science into decision-making. 

Every gift makes a difference. Donate today at www.inletkeeper.org/donate or by mailing a check to 3734 Ben Walters Lane Homer, AK 99603. With your support, we’ll protect this extraordinary place for future generations.

Thank you for standing with us and being part of the community that makes our work possible.

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