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Protect and Restore the Ohio River and its Watershed

For more than 20 years, Ohio River Foundation has worked diligently to protect and improve the water quality and ecology of the Ohio River and its watershed. We have succeeded in reaching our goals through advocacy, habitat restoration and school education and youth programs.

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Education

Thousands of students participate in our hands-on environmental education programs every year.

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Habitat Restoration

Our restoration program creates better habitats for native species and improves water quality in the Ohio River watershed.

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We are a strong voice for improving water quality and for protecting and restoring the Ohio River and its tributaries.

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Ohio River Foundation News & Updates

February 25, 2026
ORF Annual Meeting!
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ORF Annual Meeting!

Join ORF for our Annual Meeting on February 26, 2026 at 12:00 pm on Zoom. We will review the progress we’ve made to protect, restore, and advocate on behalf of the Ohio River watershed, share our priorities for the year ahead, and offer a timely update on the federal...
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February 10, 2026
E-Newsletter – February 2026
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E-Newsletter – February 2026

Keep up to date on ORF and the latest edition of our e-newsletter! Read the latest here.
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February 5, 2026
Education Access Fund Launches in Greater Cincinnati
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Education Access Fund Launches in Greater Cincinnati

Ohio River Foundation (ORF) announces the launch of its new River to Classrooms Education Access Fund to engage underserved students in economically disadvantaged communities with its River Explorer (RE) and Mussels in the Classroom (MIC) programs. Thanks to a $25,000...
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Ohio River Foundation

An environmental non-profit that protects and improves the Ohio River and its watershed through advocacy, habitat restoration, school education, and youth programs.

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