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impact today

When you choose to give, you become part of our mission for Little River.

3% Cover the Fee

Why give?

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    Make A Difference

    Your donation helps fund our free educational programs, removing barriers to entry and creating new stewards of the river in our community every year.

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    Support A River You Love

    The Little River is a gem of East Tennessee. Whether you like swimming, tubing, kayaking, fly fishing, snorkeling, or anything else, money donated goes directly back to the river to enhance any way you choose to love it!

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    Fight for Clean Water

    More than 140,000 residents of Blount County and East TN get their drinking water from Little River. The river hosts 9 species that are federally threatened or endangered. Your donation helps us create projects to protect and better the water quality of Little River for all.

What People Are Saying

“To support clean water in Tennessee!”

— LRWA supporter on why they donated

“I like to support the Stream School program. So important to get the youth involved in the environment.”

— LRWA donor

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We are a 501©3 organization, so donations are 100% tax deductible. Please let us know if you need a receipt for your tax filing.

  • Your donation goes directly to our current programs and initiatives. To purchase supplies, cover any fees associated with activities, and assist volunteers and staff.

    If there is a particular program you would like your donation to be used for, please let us know and we will allocate the appropriate funds.

  • Absolutely! Check out our volunteer page for more information and to sign-up.

  • Of course! Fill out the contact form on our website to let us know how you want to donate. We are open to any and all contributions that aid our mission.

  • Yes. Leave a comment to let us know who you are donating in memory of and how you would like the donation to be used.