Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay

This organization unites community groups and businesses in cleanup efforts and engages “citizen scientists” to monitor the water quality of rivers and streams.

To donate or volunteer: allianceforthebay.org.

Chesapeake Bay Foundation

The 49-year-old CBF reigns as the bay’s top advocate, educator, litigator, and fundraiser. Its biennial State of the Bay report grades the health of the watershed.

To donate or volunteer: cbf.org.

Chesapeake Bay Trust

Created by the Maryland General Assembly, the CBT awards grants for bay protection and restoration projects. If your car sports a TREASURE THE CHESAPEAKE license plate, you’ve already made a donation.

To donate or volunteer: cbtrust.org.

Chesapeake Conservancy

This organization connects people with the bay by cosponsoring programs such as Watermen Heritage Tours.

To donate: chesapeakeconservancy.org.