Catawba Riverkeeper

Our Story

Catawba Riverkeeper is the only non-profit, on-the-water advocate for the entire 8,900 miles of waterways in the Catawba-Wateree River Basin. Founded in 1997, this organization is dedicated to protecting and restoring the Catawba River and its tributaries through advocacy, education, and community engagement. Inspired by the Riverkeeper movement of the 1970s, Catawba Riverkeeper believes that water belongs to all people and employs a professional staff of scientists and advocates, supported by a network of volunteers and community members.

Our Impact

In 2023 alone, Catawba Riverkeeper successfully removed 100,000 pounds of trash from local waterways and educated over 900 K-12 students. With the help of 481 volunteers, nearly 25,000 pounds of trash were removed from lakes and streams. The organization also monitors water quality through its Swim Guide program, sampling 60 sites weekly for E. coli, advocating for better water quality protections across the basin.

Why Donate?

Your donation to Catawba Riverkeeper supports vital efforts to protect and restore the Catawba River and its tributaries, ensuring clean, drinkable water for over 2 million residents. Contributions help fund educational programs, community engagement initiatives, and critical monitoring and advocacy work that directly impacts local waterways and ecosystems.

Get Involved

Join the movement to protect our precious waterways! Donate cryptocurrency or cash today to support Catawba Riverkeeper's mission. Every contribution makes a difference in ensuring clean water for future generations.