LOCAL SOLUTIONS

 

There are so many things that we can do in our own communities to help clean up water pollution in our own rivers. Here are some ideas:

 

-Set up a booth at a local farmers market: This is a simple solution that can make a huge impact. All it takes is permission from the city, supplies for a booth, and pledge gifts for people who donate money. There are organizations all over working towards cleaning up our rivers, and extra donations would make their efforts more complex.

 

-A walkathon: To raise a lot of money for water organizations, you can organize a walkathon. Sponsors from different neighborhoods around your community can donate some money for every time you walk/run around a track or some sort of course. A lot of money can be raised through this solution, and it is a good way to get a lot of people involved!

 

-Flyers: To generally inform the public,  hang flyers around your community. This way, many people will see what projects are being done so far and how they can contribute.