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Causes: Environment, Water, Water Resources, Wetlands Conservation & Management
Mission: Spokane Riverkeeper is a vigilant guardian and advocate for the Spokane River and its watershed. The Spokane Riverkeeper works to protect the river’s ecological health, its aesthetic integrity and the public uses of the river for future generations of our community. Our goal is a fishable and swimmable Spokane River. The Spokane River is such a cherished asset to all citizens of this community, that equitable use is a matter of justice. As a member of the international Waterkeeper Alliance movement, Riverkeeper’s first priority is to defend the river against pollution and hold polluters accountable.
Target demographics: the Spokane River
Direct beneficiaries per year: The remove remove many metric tons of litter
Geographic areas served: The Spokane River watershed and tributaries
Programs: water quality and quantity, clean water defense, native fish protection, education and outreach.