We Are Michigan's #1 Waterways

Stewardship Organization

Since our start two years ago, November 2022, we have nealry 200 stewardship projects, mobilized over 2,450 volunteers, and created impact across 12 Mid-Michigan communities, We have removed more than 150,000 pounds of litter, trash, and other unwanted debris, and cleared 62 river-wide obstructions. The estimated value of our giving back to our communities is greater than $540,000. 

​Because of the support of business and industry, schools and churches, civic and social organizations, local government, and our awesome volunteers, Michigan's waterways are cleaner, healthier, and more pleasant to use.  

 

​We are proud of the results achieved, humbled by the compliments, and honored by the accolades:

• The City of Lansing honored Michigan Waterways Stewards with a proclamation, recognizing us for our community-wide, collaborative approach, and achieving transformative results.

• Michigan State University (MSU) awarded our founder, Michael Stout, with the prestigious Greek Ivy Award, This award is given to an outstanding community member, chapter advisor, or faculty/staff member who have gone above and beyond to represent Fraternity & Sorority Life.​ ​

Click here to view of 2025 Calendar of Events

​While we are excited about the remarkable accomplishments made over our first two years, we're most excited about our rapidly growing partnership base and plans for 2025. ​Join us. Experience the joy and ease with which we accomplish great things when working together. With your hep we'll make Michigan's waterways cleaner, healthier, and more pleasant to use. 

To check out our 2025 planned activities, those community-wide events, speaking engagements, or other special events, click on Upcoming Events. We look forward to seeing you there!