Water Teachers Initiative Partners

The Water Teachers Initiative is a not-for-profit program of Freshwaters Illustrated, and relies on support from donations, grants, and cooperating partners. Explore our list of valued partners, and the role they play in freshwater science and conservation.

Contact us to learn how your group or organization can help support The Water Teachers Initiative!

  • The Oregon State University Department of Fish, Wildlife, & Conservation Sciences is the premiere sponsor of the Water Teachers Initiative. The Department directly supported Judy’s Creek and __________.

    Learn more about the Oregon State University Department of Fish, Wildlife, & Conservation Sciences here.

  • The US Fish and Wildlife Service supported a collection of films that highlight the beauty and importance conserving native fish and wildlife species, including Clackamas Complete, Back from the Brink, Protecting the Oregon Spotted Frog in the Deschutes River Basin, Protecting the Oregon Spotted Frog in Washington, and Upriver: Restoring Wood and The Oregon Chub.

    Learn more about the US Fish and Wildlife Service’s work to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people here.

  • The US Forest Service supported a collection of films that highlight the beauty and importance of our natural resources, including The Last Dragons, Bringing Back the Brooks, A Deeper Creek, Shrimp, Inc., Protected, Water from the Mountain. and Upriver: Restoring Wood.

    Learn more about the US Forest Service's ongoing management and conservation efforts here.

  • The World Salmon Council supported the production of the Salmon Watch virtual field film series to help bring the wonders of Pacific salmon and their habitats to a larger audience.

    Learn more about WSC’s mission to provide accessible, experiential education about Pacific wild salmon and their ecosystem to connect students and adults with nature and to ignite and empower community engagement here.

  • Conservation Legacy supported a collection of films that highlight ______ including ______.

    Learn more about Conservation Legacy works to provide support for local conservation service programs, delivering high quality programming in communities across the country to produce enduring impact through local action here.

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  • The Tennessee Valley Authority supported the production of FI’s feature film Hidden Rivers, which highlighted the biodiversity and magic of the Southeast’s watersheds.

    Learn more the Tennessee Valley Authority’s commitment to clean water and environmental stewardship here.

Become a Water Teachers Initiative Partner or Sponsor

We invite you to join us in supporting the Water Teachers Initiative, to help bring the wonders of freshwater biodiversity, science, and conservation directly into K-12 classrooms. By partnering with us, you can help provide free, impactful resources to educators nationwide, fostering environmental literacy and inspiring the next generation to appreciate and protect freshwater ecosystems. Your support will ensure that students everywhere gain access to immersive films, hands-on activities, and valuable insights about our planet’s precious freshwater habitats. Together, let’s make a lasting impact on water education.