Northern Waters Land Trust
Formerly the Leech Lake Area Watershed Foundation
Preserving Land to Protect Water in Northern Minnesota
501(c)3 Non-Profit Charitable Organization | Accredited Land Trust
Tax EIN: 41-1887906
IRA QCDs
If you are 70.5 or older and have a traditional IRA, you can make a donation directly from your IRA account without it being considered a taxable distribution.
DAFs
Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) are investment accounts for the sole purpose of supporting charitable organizations.
Gifts of Stock
Donating stocks allows you to avoid the capital gains tax and if you itemize deductions, you can also take a charitable deduction for the entire donation amount.
Gifts of Cash or Check
Make a monthly or one-time gift.
Donations can be made online through our secure web form or by mailing a check to:
Northern Waters Land Trust
PO Box 124, Walker, MN 56484
As the new Executive Director, I am inspired daily by the progress we have made and am eager to continue building on this success. With this new role, I am excited to continue the strong momentum of dedication and commitment to preserving the natural beauty of our beloved northern waters. However, we cannot do it alone.
I invite you to join us in protecting our lands and waters by making a donation.
To learn more about QCD, DAF, Stock, and other non-cash gifts, watch this short video.
For more ways to give, including gifts of property and cryptocurrency, please visit our
Ways to Give page.
Conservation Circle
Join the Conservation Circle today and help us protect our planet's greatest natural resource - water. With your donation, you'll make a commitment to conserving our environment today and for the next generation.
The Conservation Circle is a passionate community of supporters who are committed to ensuring that we have clean water and a healthy environment for generations to come.
By becoming a Conservation Circle donor, you will join this dedicated group of individuals who care deeply about protecting our region's natural beauty and resources.
Your annual donation of $1,000 or more will help us fund conservation solutions in some of the most extraordinary places in the state.
Your generous contribution will go towards protecting wildlife habitats, preserving water quality, and improving local economies that rely on healthy natural resources.
Join us in our mission to preserve land to protect water. Make a lasting impact by joining our Conservation Circle today.
Planned Giving
Name Northern Waters Land Trust as a Beneficiary
Help protect our lands and waters simply by signing your name. You can help preserve our natural resources for many years to come by naming Northern Waters Land Trust as a beneficiary of any of these types of accounts:
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- Retirement Accounts
- Life Insurance Policies
- Bank or Brokerage Accounts
- Certificates of Deposit
- Donor-Advised Funds
- Wills or Bequests
You can be remembered forever as a leader in protecting our lakes and rivers. And it’s easy to do.
Stewardship Circle
We invite you to be a part of our newest giving community and help create a brighter future through the preservation of nature. Your contribution will make a significant impact on efforts to build resilient wildlife habitat and clear waters that can withstand the effects of a changing climate.
The opportunity to shape the future has never been greater. Together we can make a real difference. By joining our Stewardship Circle, you'll be part of a group of supporters dedicated to creating a more sustainable future.
Stewardship Circle members are behind some of the most impactful conservation projects taking place today.
Your generous gift of $10,000 or more will support critical nature-based climate solutions, protect some of the most pristine waters on Earth, and help our communities and outdoor culture thrive.
We understand the value of your investment and are committed to ensuring that every dollar you donate goes directly to supporting the conservation efforts that matter most.
Your contribution will make a lasting impact for current and future generations. With your help, we can create a brighter future for us all.
Give With Confidence
Northern Waters Land Trust is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and accredited Land Trust.
Contributions are tax-deductible.