Speak Out
The Great Lakes can’t speak for themselves. But you can speak out for them!
Take Action Today!
Contact your elected officials, take a pledge, or work for change in your community.
Tell Congress: Don’t Cut Critical Great Lakes Programs
Congress is considering budget proposals that could devastate our nation’s ability to protect the Great Lakes, public health, and our regional economy.
Tell Your Michigan State Rep: Michiganders Need Affordable Water
Thousands of Michigan families struggle with unaffordable water bills and shutoffs, while water systems face challenges maintaining critical infrastructure.
Tell Illinois: Keep Plastic Foam Out of Lake Michigan & Our Drinking Water
Plastic pollution is a serious threat to Lake Michigan, our health, and our environment. Illinois can reduce plastic pollution at the source by phasing out single-use foam food containers.
Tell Congress: Protect the Great Lakes in 2025
The federal government plays an essential role in protecting and restoring the Great Lakes. Tell Congress to advance these 5 Great Lakes priorities.
Plastic Free Great Lakes Toolkit
Plastic pollution is a large and systemic problem, but the good news is we have solutions. Get your blueprint for fighting plastic pollution.
Plastic Free Great Lakes Pledge
It’s time to stop plastic pollution at the source! Take the Plastic Free Great Lakes Pledge, and we’ll send you info on how to get started.
Other Ways to Get Involved
Become an Alliance Ambassador
Educate your community about threats to the Great Lakes and how they can help. Join our Ambassador program and we’ll train you to spread the word.
Give a Gift
Your donation will support our work across the region to protect our most precious resource: the fresh, clean, and natural waters of the Great Lakes.
Volunteer with Adopt-a-Beach
Adopt-a-Beach is a fun, easy way to give back to your community and keep plastic pollution out of our Great Lakes.