Since 1977, the Water Education Foundation has worked to inspire better understanding and catalyze critical conversations about our most vital natural resource: water.

This is not a mission our impartial nonprofit can carry out alone.

Today on Giving Tuesday, a global day of philanthropy, please consider making a tax-deductible donation to support the important work we do to provide impartial education and foster informed decision-making on water issues in California and the West.

Why Your Gift Matters:

Inspire understanding of water . . .

• Water 101 – A subject as complex and constantly changing as water can be hard to follow. Our popular Water 101 workshop introduces the history, geography, politics and legal facets of water in California as well as hot topics of the moment. A gift of $250 provides a scholarship for participants such as law students who couldn’t otherwise afford to attend this annual event.
• Western Water – Our journalism team relies on your support to produce thoughtfully reported, enterprise articles on crucial water issues in California and the West.
• Aquafornia – Thanks to our supporters, our weekday Aquafornia roundup offers top water news from California and across the West for free to the public.

Catalyze critical conversations . . .

• Water tours – Our boots-on-the-ground education brings those interested in California and Colorado River water issues directly to key sites and speakers representing different viewpoints on water-related issues. A gift of $500 provides a scholarship for a participant who could not otherwise afford to attend.
• Events – Our annual Water Summit brings leading experts and top policymakers together to share insights on the latest water issues and innovations. This event takes a lot of coordination and planning that would not be possible without philanthropic support.

​Please donate today to support our mission. Our impartial resources and programs would not be possible without your support!

Thank you!

The Water Education Foundation Team