Doners
Support the Great Lakes Biochar Initiative
The Great Lakes Biochar Initiative (GLBI) is a 501(c)(3) pending nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing nutrient pollution from non-point sources in Great Lakes watersheds through practical, soil-based solutions.
Your support helps us work directly with farmers, agricultural operations, and watershed partners to keep nutrients on the land and out of our lakes.
Why Your Support Matters
Excess phosphorus and nitrogen runoff continue to threaten the Great Lakes, contributing to harmful algal blooms, drinking water challenges, and ecosystem degradation. Addressing these issues requires solutions that work at the source—where nutrients are managed and applied.
GLBI focuses on voluntary, data-driven approaches that support both agricultural productivity and water quality by:
• Advancing soil health strategies, including biochar applications
• Supporting on-farm pilot and demonstration projects
• Promoting education and outreach for nutrient management
• Building partnerships across agriculture and conservation communities
Donor support allows GLBI to remain independent, responsive, and focused on measurable impact.
How Your Donation Is Used
Contributions to GLBI directly support:
• On-farm pilot projects
Materials, implementation support, and monitoring for nutrient reduction efforts.
• Education & outreach
Field days, workshops, and farmer-focused learning opportunities.
• Research & data collection evaluating outcomes that help scale effective nutrient management practices.
• Program & partnership development
• Building collaborations that extend impact across Great Lakes watersheds.
We are committed to responsible stewardship of donor funds and transparent use of resources.
Ways to Give
One-Time Donation
Support current projects and near-term initiatives.
Monthly Giving
Provide consistent funding that enables long-term planning and sustained impact.
Corporate & Foundation Support
Partner with GLBI on program-specific or watershed-focused initiatives.
In-Kind Support
We welcome contributions of services, materials, or technical expertise aligned with our mission.
Tax-Deductible Contributions
The Great Lakes Biochar Initiative is recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) pending charitable organization.
All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
A receipt will be provided for your records.
Our Commitment to Donors
• GLBI is non-regulatory and voluntary in its approach
• We respect donor privacy and transparency
• We focus on solutions that benefit both agriculture and water quality
• We prioritize collaboration, science, and real-world results
Make a Difference Today
The Great Lakes represent one of the largest freshwater systems in the world. Protecting them requires sustained commitment and practical solutions.
Your donation helps turn innovative ideas into on-the-ground action—and supports healthier soils, cleaner water, and stronger partnerships.