Contribute to the Madison River Foundation
There are many ways that you can contribute to the work of the Madison River Foundation through generous donations of support or your time. For your security and convenience we utilize PayPal for processing payments. You may also contact us directly at 406-682-3148 or . Contributions are tax deductible.
Stewards of the Madison
A special program for annual sustaining members of the Madison River Foundation.
Stewards are sustaining members who commit to an annual tax-deductible donation to the Foundation of $1,000 or more.
To become a Steward, contact the foundation or click on the last Donation - other button above.
"Stewards of the Madison" enjoy special rewards and benefits, including:
- A handsome Polartec© fleece vest with the embroidered "Stewards of the Madison" logo patch
- Invitation to an annual "Stewards of the Madison" members-only private reception and other special events
- Regular advanced briefings and updates on Foundation projects, news and events
- Special recognition at the annual "Guardians of the River" Gala Banquet
- Their names on a beautiful recognition plaque in the MRF offices and in the quarterly newsletter Madison River Currents
- "Stewards of the Madison" receive special recognition as sustaining members whose annual donations go directly to fund the mission and work of the Foundation. Such support is critical to advancing the Foundation's important work - advocacy on behalf of public policies to preserve public access to and the quality of the Madison's wild trout fishery; conservation projects to protect and improve riparian and stream habitats in the Madison ecosystem; and initiatives to enhance the aquatic resources of the Madison Valley.
Make the commitment to join "Stewards of the Madison" and you will be helping to ensure the future viability of the Foundation and investing in the well-being of the Madison River.
Dick McGuire Memorial Fund
You may contribute to the Dick McGuire Memorial Fund. This fund was established in cooperation with Craig and Jackie Mathews of Blue Ribbon Flies
in West Yellowstone, MT to the memory of Dick McGuire, a longtime fishing guide and advocate for the Madison. In the 1970s and 80s Dick led the
fight to stop fish stocking on the Madison and other Montana rivers and manage them instead as self-sustaining wild trout fisheries. The prestige
of the Madison as Montana's premier wild trout fishery is due in large part to Dick's tireless efforts. Dick passed away in 2007 while fishing in
Lake Ennis. The fund in his memory will fund worthy conservation projects on the Madison watershed.
Stocks & Bonds
Donors and Foundation members may choose to give appreciated assets such as stocks, bonds or other securities. This may be the most effective way for
you to support the Madison River Foundation while preserving your financial position. The Foundation maintains an account with the brokerage firm of
Smith Barney to receive such donations, please email our director, Richard Lessner at
for how you can help.
Volunteer Opportunities
You may want to volunteer to help with the Foundation's projects and programs from helping to keep the Varney Road and fishing access sites free of litter,
to helping restore important tributary streams through our boots in the water volunteer corps. The annual Fly Fishing Festival also offers many volunteer
opportunities. Check to see if there is an event, or other opportunity that you would like to be involved with, watch Madison River Currents and the calendar
of events for dates and locations, then contact us at 406-682-3148 or
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