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You can take pride in knowing that you are supporting freshwater research, environmental education, and watershed restoration. The Stroud Center’s strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned it GuideStar/Candids’s Platinum Transparency Seal. Friends receive our e-news, annual reports, and invitations to special events.
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Development News
A Wish Come True: Thousands More to Learn Freshwater Science, Stewardship in New Education Pavilion
The pavilion adds a fourth outdoor space, which will allow our educators to keep class sizes small even when there is a group as large as 120 students.
Stroud Center Earns Charity Navigator’s Highest Rating
The Stroud Center’s strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned it four stars from Charity Navigator.
12th Annual Wild and Scenic Film Festival Is in the Books!
From forest fires and plastic pollution to soil conservation and backpacking trips, the films highlighted problems as well as inspiring solutions.
$1 Million Challenge Grant to Benefit the Bernard W. Sweeney, Ph.D., Executive Director’s Fund
Honoring Bern’s long career at the Stroud Center while ensuring the legacy of his dedication to global research, education, and watershed restoration.
American Rivers Receives Stroud Award for Freshwater Excellence
In 2018 alone, American Rivers removed 13 outdated dams, restored more than 400 miles of rivers, and protected more than 300 miles of wild rivers.
Thanks From the Stroud Center
For more than 50 years, Stroud Water Research Center has focused on one thing – clean fresh water for all – and we know that is only possible because of
