Donate/Join
“Keep up the great work…my check is in the mail, really!”
– IRWA Member
The Ipswich River Watershed Association runs on the financial, emotional, and volunteer
support of people like you. We’re the voice of the Ipswich River — and when people like you join us, our chorus grows louder! Won’t you do your part and become a member today or donate online now?
Join
Membership in the Ipswich River Watershed Association opens a world of new experiences, gives access to your favorite river, and lets you give back and get involved. And you can feel good knowing your membership is helping to protect and care for the landscapes, streams, experiences and wildlife that are important to you and your family.
With the Ipswich River Watershed Association, even small donations go a long way and make a big difference for the river we love and the animals that call it home. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Leadership Giving
We rely on the generosity and vision of community members to help us reach new heights in our work for the river. Join the River Stewards, those who make leadership gifts of $1,000 or more in operating support. Your support makes a world of difference!
Giving
Gifts of all sizes are welcome and needed.
| Membership | Amount | Donation at This Level Might Cover |
| River Protector | $5,000 | Print and mail our Voice of the River newsletter for one year |
| River Guardian | $3,000 | Fund an intern for one summer |
| River Steward | $1,000 | Purchase supplies to test for water pollution in one location for one year |
| Sustainer | $500 | Replace on aging computer |
| Supporter | $100 | Purchase safety equipment for the Riverbend canoe launch |
| Friend | $75 | Support staff travel to local meetings |
| Member/Family | $40 | Purchase three round trip tickets to Boston to meet with officials |
| Student/Senior | $25 | Provide food and drink for a Riverbend workshop |
Membership
The best part of being a member is the good feeling knowing that your hard earned dollars are out there working hard for clean water and a healthier river for future generations to enjoy. But membership benefits also include:
- Free access to our online recreation guide for the region.
- Using our canoes for FREE.
- FREE admission to IRWA-sponsored events, such as hikes, canoe trips, and workshops.
- A one-year subscription to The Voice, IRWA’s quarterly newsletter which features informative and educational news about IRWA and the Ipswich River watershed.
- Invitations to our Annual Meeting, River Parties and other events.
- A complimentary window decal and thank you letter (which can be used for tax purposes).
Becoming an Ipswich River Watershed Association member is quick and convenient.
To join by mail, please send a check payable to IRWA, and mail to P.O. Box 576, Ipswich, MA 01938; Attention: Membership. Please make sure to provide us with your name, email (so you can receive River E-News) and mailing address.
To join online with a credit card, click here. When you reach the section which asks you to enter a description of how you’d like your donation to be used, please enter “Membership” or “Renew Membership” or “wherever needed most” or whatever meets your wishes. Alternatively, you can make your membership gift by credit card via the Network for Good.
IRWA is a 501(c)3 organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Fall Appeal
When the leaves turn colors, the air grows crisp and the holiday season approaches many people make tax-deductible gifts to what they hold dear. Water is the sacred source of life and too often in short supply. Please include the Ipswich River in your year-end giving by giving online now or mailing your check to PO Box 576, Ipswich MA 01938. Thank you.
Gifts of Land
Your generous gift of land will create an enduring legacy to be shared with our children, our children’s children and generations to come. Please contact Kerry Mackin, Executive Director, at 978-412-8200 or kmackin@ipswichriver.org to discuss.
In Kind Donations
IRWA has a Wish List of items we need including canoes, paddles, easels, folding tables, flat screen tv, and more. Contact Trish Aldrich, Development Director, at 978-412-8200 or taldrich@ipswichriver.org.
Memorial and Tribute Gifts
Celebrate the special people and events in your life. We are honored to carry on our work in their name.
Make a special gift in honor of Kerry Mackin. With dogged persistence, IRWA Executive Director Kerry Mackin has worked to keep the Ipswich River out of danger for decades. Celebrate her inspiring leadership and IRWA’s 35th Anniversary by making a gift in her honor today.
Make a gift in memory of Dr. Bob Petranek, who passed away Saturday, January 21st at his home at Brooksby Village. Dr. Bob built the house IRWA now calls home, Riverbend, in 1965. He wanted to ensure that the property he loved would be permanently preserved by an organization that would love and take care of it as he had. He spent several years vetting IRWA before making the biggest and most transformational gift of IRWA’s 35 year history by donating his property to be used as IRWA’s headquarters. We are forever grateful. In lieu of flowers and in accordance with his wishes, donations may be made in Dr. Bob’s memory to IRWA online or by mail to IRWA, PO Box 576, Ipswich MA 01938.
Other Ways to Give
If you are interested in offering a matching gift, remembering the Ipswich River in your will or making a gift of securities, please contact Trish Aldrich, Development Director, at 978-412-8200 or taldrich@ipswichriver.org.
Shop and Donate
Please consider beginning your online shopping at GoodShop.com, select Ipswich River Watershed to support and then click to your favorite store. A percentage of virtually every purchase at more than 1,300 stores (from Amazon to Yoga Accessories) will help the Ipswich River. You’ll find thousands of money-saving coupons too.
Special Gifts and Grants
Special gifts are a huge help, whether for Advocacy, Building Local Support for Protecting the River, Dam Safety and Removal, Organization Capacity Building, River Restoration, Riverbend, Science and Monitoring or Summer Interns.
