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 own community.
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.
Tell Illinois: Keep Plastic Out of Lake Michigan & Our Drinking Water
Plastic pollution is a serious threat to Lake Michigan, our health, and our environment. Illinois can reduce 3 major sources of plastic pollution.
Tell Your Ohio Senator: Protect Ohio’s Water
The Ohio House wants to slash funding for H2Ohio, Ohio’s flagship water resources initiative. Tell your Ohio state senator to stand up for clean water and fully fund H2Ohio.
Plastic Free Great Lakes Pledge
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 Toolkit
Plastic pollution is a large and systemic problem, but the good news is we have solutions. Get your blueprint for fighting plastic pollution.
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.