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The Boundary Waters needs people. It needs you. Your passion is key to keeping the lakes, rivers and forests of this magical ecosystem protected.

A solo paddler on a calm Boundary Waters Lake paddles toward a sepia-toned horizon, with Open Water 2026 logo

Have your gift doubled!

When Washington moves to repeal the protections that keep the Boundary Waters wild, we don’t panic — we organize. We’ve beaten back attacks like this for half a century, and we’ll do it again —but only if we stand together.

During our 2026 Open Water fundraiser, each dollar you give will be doubled, thanks to a $150,000 matching gift. Take action, lock in your donation, and stand up to Trump’s plan to give your wilderness away to foreign mining corporations.

Become A Member

When you give a gift of $30 or more, or set up a recurring gift for any amount, you become a member of Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness and you will automatically receive exclusive member benefits.


Your Gift Helps…

  • The legal and legislative fight against copper-sulfide mining
  • Send kids on their first Boundary Waters trip
  • Preserve clean water for this and future generations

Give With Confidence

At the Friends, we hold ourselves to the highest ethical and financial standards. We are regularly reviewed and evaluated by independent organizations so you can be confident that your gift has the greatest possible impact on our beloved wilderness.

Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, tax ID: 36-3414821. Your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.


Send checks to:
2550 University Ave. W. 180S
St. Paul, MN 55114

EIN 36-3414821