Moving to resilient and equitable systems, and not going back.

Advancing systems change in water democracy and governance

Sustainable groundwater management needs a bigger, inclusive table

Learn about the Water Foundation strategy

The Water Foundation and our partners advance lasting solutions to secure safe water for people, restore and sustain freshwater ecosystems, and build climate resilience. As a public foundation, we do this through direct grantmaking, field building, and campaign strategy development. Learn more about our work.

Healthy Watersheds Program
Healthy Watersheds Program

This program advances groundwater, river, and forest solutions to protect and restore US watersheds.
Healthy Communities Program
Healthy Communities Program

This program advances solutions to secure safe drinking water and build climate resilience, both urban and rural.

Our Partners

Creative organizations are building a better water future for people and nature. Learn about our partners, including our funders.

NGO Groundwater Collaborative

Sharing information and resources to help NGOs, Tribes, and residents participate in groundwater management. Read more...

Tuolumne River Trust

Growing communities' power to shape land and water decision-making in Modesto. Read more...

Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC)

Helping public water systems increase their efficiency and reliability. Read more...