Friends of the Rouge Email Format
Environmental ServicesMichigan, United States11-50 Employees
Friends of the Rouge is a nonprofit environmental services organization focused on restoring, protecting, and enhancing the Rouge River watershed in southeast Michigan through stewardship, education, and collaboration. Founded in 1986 and based in Plymouth, Michigan, the group coordinates with a board of directors and a small staff to raise awareness and drive watershed improvements, engaging community partners and volunteers in conservation efforts. Serving a local audience of residents, businesses, and partner organizations, the organization addresses river and watershed health challenges by fostering collaboration and implementing education and restoration initiatives. Its ongoing activities include partnerships with various regional entities to develop planning tools and land prioritization approaches, and it operates within a broader network of environmental organizations dedicated to protecting the Great Lakes region.