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We Need You. Your investment in the Water Resources Center (WRC) will help advance our vision and mission.

Your support makes the difference

We need the support of people, like you, who want to elevate our response to respond to unprecedented challenges facing Minnesota's water legacy.

Your generosity will

  • Support a new cohort program for UMN graduate students with an interest in water careers. The program will include professional development, leadership training, and mentorship programs that prepare students to be leaders in the water workforce.
  • Support greater Minnesota by funding programs that support rural landowners, professionals, and communities who protect the state’s water.
  • Offset the costs of the University of Minnesota Onsite Sewage Treatment Program (OSTP) education courses for new septic professionals.
  • Fund research projects within one of the Water Resources Center’s five areas of expertise.