Alliance for the Great Lakes

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What is the Alliance for the Great Lakes?

www.greatlakes.org

The Alliance works to protect and enhance the Great Lakes by drawing on many resources, working with teachers, scientists, economists, legal specialists, government representatives, communities, businesses and individuals.

Alliance programs focus on

   * Water Quality: eliminating toxic and bacterial pollution, which cause beach closings
   * Water Conservation: promoting sustainable water use to keep the Great Lakes great
   * Habitat Recovery: restoring and enhancing habitat, especially in urban areas, and eliminating invasive species
   * Land Use: protecting lands that drain into the Great Lakes and their natural features
   * Clean Energy: protecting the Great Lakes from harmful effects of energy use
   * Education & Outreach: providing education and volunteer opportunities for adults and children to build an appreciation for the Great Lakes

Events Hosted by the Alliance for the Great Lakes

Annual Big Lake Bash
A fundraiser to benefit the Alliance's Great Lakes protection program, as well as an event to recognize individuals for their work on behalf of the Great Lakes.
Link to Big Lake Bash [1]

Taste of the Great Lakes
In celebration of the bounty of the Great Lakes, this annual fundraiser helps to raise funds for the Alliance's various advocacy programs.
Link to Taste of the Great Lakes [2]

Sunset Sail
A fun annual event hosted by the Alliance to raise awareness of the organization and simultaneously say "thank you" to its members, volunteers and board.
Link to Sunset Sail [3]

Adopt-A-Beach
The Alliance for the Great Lakes hosts the world's largest shoreline clean up in September, and coordinates an "Adopt-A-Beach" program all year long.
Link to Adopt-A-Beach [4]