Year End Appeal!

Give today. Protect tomorrow.

Your support makes all the difference. By donating to Michigan TU, you empower our team to deliver the technical and scientific expertise needed to protect, restore, and reconnect Michigan’s extraordinary coldwater streams and rivers. These waters are more than habitats—they’re heritage.
Together, we can ensure that trout and salmon thrive, that clean water flows freely, and that future generations inherit the beauty and resilience of Michigan’s natural treasures.

INDIVIDUAL – For contributions up to $249
Supporters at this level help sustain our mission and are warmly appreciated for their generosity.
TRIBUTARY CLUB – For contributions between $250 and $999
Members receive:
  • An exclusive Tributary Club cap
  • Special updates from Michigan TU
  • Recognition in Michigan TU publications
AQUIFER CLUB – For contributions of $1,000 or more
Members enjoy:
  • An invitation to our annual Aquifer Club outing, featuring dinner, door prizes, updates from the Michigan TU team, and presentations by special guests
  • A distinctive Aquifer Club cap and lapel pin
  • Recognition in Michigan TU publications
PARTICIPATE AT A HIGHER LEVEL – We invite you to join the Tributary or Aquifer Club and show your enduring commitment to Michigan TU’s leadership in coldwater conservation. Your support helps ensure that Michigan’s trout and salmon continue to flourish—for today, and for generations to come.

Protect Michigan’s Coldwater Legacy

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OTHER WAYS TO DONATE
DONATE SHARES OF STOCK – Donating stock you’ve held for more than one year can provide significant benefits—including the elimination of capital gains tax and a charitable deduction for the stock’s full fair market value. Be sure to consult your financial or tax advisor to determine what’s best for your situation.
TAX FREE DONATION – Individuals aged 73 or older may be eligible to make charitable donations directly from their required minimum IRA distributions—potentially free from federal income taxes. Be sure to consult your financial advisor to explore this opportunity.
ESTATE PLANNING – Consider naming Michigan TU as a beneficiary in your estate plans—a lasting way to support coldwater conservation for future generations. To explore your options, visit our website and download Ways of Giving, our guide to financial and charitable gift planning.

MICHIGAN TU IS THERE FOR YOU – Your generous support empowers Michigan TU to advocate on your behalf—protecting the state’s extraordinary coldwater streams and rivers for generations to come. Every donation helps sustain our mission and amplify your voice in conservation.

Please Note:  Michigan TU processes your donation securely using Zeffy, a nonprofit‑focused fundraising platform. Zeffy covers 100% of transaction fees, ensuring every dollar you give goes directly to Michigan TU’s mission—not to credit card processors. When you make a gift, Zeffy securely handles the payment, encrypts your information, and immediately transfers the full amount to Michigan TU.

To donate, simply complete the secure form. Zeffy accepts credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and bank transfers (ACH). You don’t need a Zeffy account—just choose your preferred payment method. At checkout, Zeffy may offer an optional contribution to support their fee‑free model, but this is entirely voluntary.