Ways to Donate

Join Us in Preserving Our Nature, Wildlife & History.

Member contributions are like superhero capes for our habitat restoration, invasive species removal, and inspiring outreach and events that continue to educate the public about our Refuge. Your funds are the magic beans that fuel the Refuge’s educational programs and help create nature-loving fans of all ages!

As of May 1, 2025, members will receive a digital member card,  a free optional tote bag, sticker, webstore discount code, and our monthly newsletter with your membership.

The monthly newsletter and occasional email updates will keep you in the know about Friends and Refuge events, urgent updates, event details, and so much more!

Members over $60 also gain access to the Soar into Wellness Program!
Soar into Wellness Program could include, at least twice throughout the year:

• • Board Member-led hikes
  • Friends ‘Breathe with the Birds’ Yoga in Overlook Park
  • Paint Nights with the Ridgefield Art Association
  • Coffee Chats, and more!

Members giving over $1000 are also included in a special website highlight!

Don’t miss the legendary BirdFest & Bluegrass the first weekend of October—a celebration of community and the positive change your membership creates!

Want to give a membership as a gift? Simply check the box to add a friend’s details during your donation process.

Donate to Support Our Mission

Donations directly help fund the Refuge’s educational programs, restoration projects, special events, and the finishing touches of the Community Nature Center project. Your support makes a tangible difference in the preservation of wildlife and habitats at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge.

• The Friends are excited to announce the Susan Wickersham Memorial Education Fund, established with a generous gift from the Wickersham family in memory of wife, mother, wildlife lover, and educator Susan Wickersham. It allows donors to support educational initiatives at the Ridgefield Refuge. Funds will be used for various purposes, including:
  • • Furnishings and supplies for classrooms in the Community Nature Center
    • Field trip support, including busing and materials
    • Equipment like binoculars and jackets for students
    • Staff and teacher training
    • Community education opportunities for all ages

When you make a donation, you have the option to select this funding program or any of our other program areas.

Other Ways to Donate:

• • One-time Online Donation: Donate today through the website’s easy-to-use form.
  • Planned Giving (Estate Planning): Leave a legacy for the Refuge by including the Friends in your estate planning. You can easily include the Friends in your will with this sample language:
    “I bequeath to Friends of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge (or FRNWR) in Ridgefield, WA, for the general support of their work, [_____ dollars] or [______ percent of my residual estate].”
  • In-Kind Donations: Use our contact page to let us know what you’d like to donate.
  • Employer Matching Gifts: Many employers will match donations made by their employees. Check with your employer to see if they offer this program.
  • Donor Advised Funds: You can donate directly from your employer’s Donor Advised Fund (DAF).

What is this?

A donor advised fund (DAF) is a charitable giving program that allows you to combine the most favorable tax benefits with the flexibility to support your favorite causes.

If you have a donor advised fund, DAF Direct enables you to recommend grants to this nonprofit directly from your DAF (as long as your DAF's sponsoring organization is participating).

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