What we do
Protect and Restore the Ohio River and its Watershed
For more than 20 years, Ohio River Foundation has worked diligently to protect and improve the water quality and ecology of the Ohio River and its watershed. We have succeeded in reaching our goals through advocacy, habitat restoration and school education and youth programs.
Education
Thousands of students participate in our hands-on environmental education programs every year.
Habitat Restoration
Our restoration program creates better habitats for native species and improves water quality in the Ohio River watershed.
Advocacy
We are a strong voice for improving water quality and for protecting and restoring the Ohio River and its tributaries.
Support Us
How you can help support the Ohio River Foundation
Take action with advocacy
Help us raise awareness at the local, state and federal levels of the need for effective laws and regulations to reduce pollution, restore vital natural systems such as forests and wetlands, and encourage smart growth in our communities.
Donate or become a member
With your tax-deductible Ohio River Foundation membership, we’ll keep you up to date about the state of the Ohio River watershed and what we’re doing to protect and improve it.
Volunteer
Corporate Opportunities
We offer corporate and business partnership opportunities to help with our work. Opportunities are flexible and can be customized to meet your institution’s needs.
THE ISSUES
The Ohio River faces many new and complicated challenges
The issues impacting the watershed’s environmental and human health are varied, but focused attention by citizens, government, agriculture and industry can protect and improve its condition, now and in the future. Learn more about the issues that impact your river.
Stay up to date
Ohio River Foundation News & Updates
February 4, 2021
How to Control Invasive Species on Your Property
December 1, 2020
Cincinnati Coffee Festival to ‘Fill the Cup’ this December
June 16, 2020
Ohio River Foundation waiving fees for Mussels in the Classroom program
Anticipating that many schools will be unable to take field trips this fall, we want to make sure students still have opportunities for hands-on environmental learning.