Friends of the Yampa

A nonprofit organization

$13,553 raised by 89 donors

68% complete

$20,000 Goal

Support Friends of the Yampa! We are working to protect the river and it's tributaries to inspire respect for a healthy system with a vision of achieving national recognition of the Yampa River as a model of a healthy river that achieves harmony between human use and the environment

Testimonials

Today, the Yampa River and its tributaries remain a model of a healthy river system, not only in Northwest Colorado but in the entire Colorado River Basin and the Western U.S. In a world where most rivers have been dammed, diverted and dewatered, the Yampa River still remains intact, supporting a diverse riverine and terrestrial environment while allowing for multiple recreational and consumptive uses.

Due to the fact that there are very small reservoirs in its headwaters and a lack of major diversions taking water out of the system, the Yampa River remains the wildest river in the entire Colorado River System. Some say it's the last free-flowing river in the Colorado River System. Even with small reservoirs and diversions, the Yampa River retains a natural hydrograph that mimics what it was before humans entered Northwest Colorado. The river still annually floods its banks, scours its cobble and creates habitats that support endangered habitats and species. This is rare in today's world and thus motivates the Friends of the Yampa to work hard at keeping the Yampa wild as threats to the river persist.

Mission

To protect and enhance the environmental and recreational integrity of the Yampa River and its tributaries, through stewardship, advocacy, education and partnerships

Background Statement

Established in 1981, we have a long-standing history of working to develop wide support for a healthy Yampa River that supports a vibrant, diverse economy and is accessible for all to enjoy. In 2010, FOTY filed for nonprofit status.

Friends of the Yampa participates in local and state water policy; forges partnerships with land and water related organizations; designs, implements and supports recreational and river restoration features on the Yampa River; educates the public on the importance of the river; organizes several river cleanups per year; and brings together people who can help protect this amazing natural resource. Your donation will go entirely to projects dedicated to protecting and enhancing the Yampa River. To learn more about Friends of the Yampa, please visit: www.FriendsOfTheYampa.com

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

Friends of the Yampa

other names

FOTY

Year Established

2010

Tax id (EIN)

27-3657002

Category

Environment

Organization Size

Medium Organization

Address

743 Oak Street Steamboat Springs
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487

Mailing

PO Box 771654 Steamboat Springs
Steamboat Springs, CO 80477

Service areas

Routt County, CO, US

Moffat County, CO, US

Phone

970-367-7044

Other

970-846-1513

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