Blog
April 24, 2025
Meet the 2025 Wavemaker Honorees
At the Alliance for the Great Lakes, we believe that impact doesn’t always come from the spotlight—it comes from showing up, speaking out, and staying the course. Every year at our […]
President's Message
April 21, 2025
5 Reasons Why Our Volunteers Are the Heart of the Alliance
It often starts the same way. A pair of gloves. A trash receptacle. A stretch of shoreline that’s seen better days. When our volunteers show up, something shifts. They bring […]
President's Message
March 6, 2025
How Boaters Can Help Protect the Great Lakes
Boaters have a special connection to the Great Lakes. You love the water. You spend your precious free time maintaining your watercraft so you can enjoy all the beauty the […]
Press Release
March 4, 2025
Vital Great Lakes Fishery Research Bill Introduced in US House
WASHINGTON DC (March 4, 2025) — On Monday, U.S. Representatives Mike Quigley (IL-05) and Bill Huizenga (MI-04) introduced the Great Lakes Fishery Research Reauthorization Act. Set to expire at the end of […]
Blog
December 16, 2024
Alliance Ambassadors Grow Community Connections with the Great Lakes
You can find them across the Great Lakes region: at conferences, zoos, boat shows, farmer’s markets, swim races, film festivals, Earth Day events, and more. Volunteer Alliance Ambassadors are out […]
Blog
November 26, 2024
Alliance Earns Three Top Charity Ratings in 2024
At the Alliance for the Great Lakes, we don’t just talk about protecting and restoring our cherished waters—we live it. And we’re honored to share that, once again, our dedication […]
Statement
November 7, 2024
The Election and the Path Forward for the Great Lakes
While much changed on Tuesday, there are fundamentals that remain the same. 1 in 10 Americans, or nearly 30 million people across eight states, rely on the Great Lakes for […]
Blog
October 24, 2024
Alliance for the Great Lakes Announces New Board Officers
The leadership of the Alliance for the Great Lakes reflects its commitment to ensuring a thriving future for both the lakes and the communities that rely on them. At this […]
Blog
October 17, 2024
What Would you Miss Most in a Day Without the Great Lakes?
Too many people take the Great Lakes for granted. We asked you what you would miss most in a day without our amazing freshwater resource, and you responded. Today, October […]
Blog
August 1, 2024
The 2024 Election Season and the Great Lakes
As the 2024 election season ramps up, voters are getting ready to cast their ballots. They’re researching candidate platforms, attending events, asking tough questions of candidates, and talking with family, […]