Because of you, we are securing a cleaner, healthier, and more resilient West for generations to come.
WRA has spent more than three decades turning bold environmental ideas into real-world victories across the Interior West. With staff rooted in state capitals, regulatory commissions, and river basins from Arizona to Colorado, we are uniquely positioned to drive state-level action.
No other organization blends our on-the-ground presence, technical depth, and proven record of transforming ambitious goals into binding state laws and utility commitments.
91M
TONS
WRA has secured 91 million tons of annual emissions reductions across the region.
1540+
Miles
Over 1,500 miles of Western rivers and streams are now protected.
8M+
Acres
Our efforts have protected over 8 million acres of land in the West.
WRA is a climate leader fighting for the future of our communities, environment, and economy in the West.
WRA brings a rare understanding of how to address an amazing range of issues and the ability to bring together stakeholders to cooperate in finding solutions. For our money, supporting WRA's work is the best investment anyone who loves the West can make.
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7
States
We work across seven states in the Interior West: Arizona, Colorado, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming.
35
Years
Founded in 1989, we have a strong history of on-the-ground, solutions-based, impact in the fight against climate change.
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Donors to WRA know that threats to our land, air, water, and climate are big, complex, and interconnected, and that success depends on the support and inclusion of all communities in our region. Learn more about why others give.
Western Resource Advocates is a 501(c)(3) organization. Your contribution to Western Resource Advocates is fully tax-deductible. Our Tax ID number is 84-1113831.
WRA has three giving circles to honor and engage loyal and sustaining donors who make remarkable progress possible. Learn more about these giving circles.
