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Rivers and Global Warming

Preparing rivers and communities for the impacts of a changing climate

Protecting Rivers

Safeguarding our nation’s healthy rivers -- from backyard streams to the wildest watersheds -- for generations to come

Restoring Rivers

Transforming rivers from afterthoughts to community assets

Clean Water

Safeguarding the clean water that is the lifeblood of our communities and environment

Water Supply

Ensuring enough water for healthy rivers and healthy communities

America's Most Endangered Rivers™

Our annual report highlights threats to drinking water, flood protection, river health

One Year Later: Clean Water Benefits from Economic Stimulus

Green Roof, an example of a green infrastructure project

American Rivers helped secure $6 billion in economic stimulus funds for clean water and drinking water, and one year later communities are reaping the benefits. Learn about our initial analysis of how the money is being spent and how the projects are improving clean water, creating jobs, and revitalizing communities.

Yellow Breeches of the Susquehanna River, Photo by Ryan Burke

American Rivers Receives Grant to Restore Two of the Nation’s Largest Rivers

American Rivers has been awarded the 2010 Conservation Grant from Orvis that will provide up to $120,000 for crucial restoration projects on California’s Sacramento River and the Yellow Breeches watershed in Pennsylvania’s Susquehanna River basin.

Tom Skerritt, American Rivers Board Member and Supporter

A Special Message from Tom Skerritt

My role in "A River Runs Through It" will always be special to me because it connected me with American Rivers. As a longtime American Rivers supporter and board member, I've seen first hand the organization's ongoing dedication and efforts to protect and restore the nation's rivers. This work is important to our lives, our communities, and our futures. I urge you to support American Rivers and help us protect the rivers you love -- for generations to come.