There are multiple ways for you to support the Trust. Your donation will directly impact the Chesapeake Bay by helping us increase stewardship through grant programs, on-the-ground restoration, community engagement activities and special initiatives and partnerships that support environmental education. Show your support by making a donation, contributing at tax time and purchasing a Bay Plate.
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Make a Donation Today
Did you know that over 90% of the Trust's expenditures go directly to help the Chesapeake Bay through restoration, education and community stewardship programs? You can make a direct difference in helping us preserve and protect the Chesapeake Bay. Make a secure contribution today! You can also make a special donation in honor of or in memory of a friend, a family member or a colleague. Click here to make a special donation today!
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Fields of Interest
The Chesapeake Bay Trust enables you to direct your tax-deductible charitable contributions to specific areas of interest: Environmental Education, Habitat Restoration, and Community Stewardship. Learn more today on each of these interests and how your contribution will make a difference to the Chesapeake Bay!
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Show Your Support for the Bay by Purchasing a Bay Plate
Make the switch to the Bay Plate and become one of the hundreds of thousands of Maryland residents showing their support for the Chesapeake Bay by including a Bay Plate on their vehicle. Money from Bay Plate purchases goes to funding environmental and educational projects in local communities throughout the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. Purchase your Bay Plate and show your support!
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Contribute at Tax Time
Marylanders can make a voluntary contribution through their Maryland state income tax return. The proceeds from this contribution are split evenly between the Chesapeake Bay Trust and the Wildlife and Heritage Division of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. Check-off the Chesapeake Bay and Endangered Species Fund on your state income tax return and show your support for the Chesapeake Bay! Learn more and watch the video now.
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Charity Navigator Awards Chesapeake Bay Trust 4 Stars
For the 8th consecutive year, the Trust has received the highest ("4-Star") ranking by Charity Navigator, placing us in the top 1% of charitable organizations nationwide.
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