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Make a Difference

Are you ready to make a positive impact on our water and natural resources? Individuals, groups, homeowners, and business can all make a difference through volunteering. Are good interacting with others? Maybe you would rather add environmental landscaping additions to your property? Either way, anyone can help improve water and natural resources! Find out more about programs and partners supported by the Lower Minnesota River Watershed District (LMRWD) on the following pages or contact us at info@lowermnriverwd.orgfor more information.

A group works on a project together with a link to "Volunteer Activities" page

Find volunteer activities that fit your skillset and timeline

A rain barrel captures water to reuse and a link to "Take Action at Home" page

Learn about simple changes you can make around the house to have a big impact on the natural environment

A group is planting a rain garden and link to "Cost Share Grant" page

Find grant opportunities to incorporate water-friendly projects on your property

Citizens are gardening native plants and link to "Citizen Advisory" page

Meet like-minded volunteers and work together on an advisory committee

A teacher works with students on environmental concepts and link to "Educator Mini Grant" page

Apply for grants up to $500 to educate students about water and natural resources