Resource Library

Welcome to the River Network Resource Library!
Search through hundreds of publications, recorded webinars, newsletters, tools, and templates to support your water work. Explore by a specific program (our priority areas) or resource type. Not sure what program or type to use? Just enter what you’re looking for into the search bar: “strategic planning,” “State Revolving Fund,” “data collection.” The resources included here are intended to help you advance your work and spark innovation and new ideas.
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Adapting Fundraisers to Virtual Events
Program: Strong Organizations & Leaders
Resource Type: WebinarCOVID-19 forced many organizations to cancel or transition their annual fundraisers to online events. As you prepare for your own event, take an opportunity to hear from West Michigan Environmental Action Council and Cahaba River Society about their ow… View Resource ›
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Building Online Connectivity
Program: Strong Organizations & Leaders
Resource Type: WebinarLearn about building online connections and a sense of community from experts across the country. On January 27, 2021, staff affiliated with Groundwork USA, Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, Urban Waters Learning Network, and River Network shared how we… View Resource ›
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Budgets in the Time of COVID
Program: Strong Organizations & Leaders
Resource Type: WebinarOrganizations of all sizes faced challenges in 2020 and will likely feel the impacts in 2021 and beyond. In this River Network Roundtable, which took place on October 28, 2020, we discussed budget approaches to use to develop a base case and scenarios… View Resource ›
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Cybersecurity During COVID-19
Program: Strong Organizations & Leaders
Resource Type: WebinarDid you know that over 90% of cybersecurity attacks begin with a phishing email? At a time when the workforce is transitioning to a virtual workspace, the number of phishing attempts have grown 667%! Are you feeling overwhelmed as your organization rel… View Resource ›
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COVID-19 Safety Guidance for In-Person Events – How to Safely Clean Up Litter
Program: Resilient Cities & Communities
Resource Type: Tools and TemplatesAs the public health situation and precautions resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic evolve daily, and as more Americans become vaccinated for all in-person river cleanups or other restoration projects, River Network offers the following guidance. Most… View Resource ›
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Canvassing 101
Program: Resilient Cities & Communities, Water Law & Policy
Resource Type: Tools and TemplatesLearn the basics of Canvassing, including effective strategies, a check list of must-bring items, staying safe, and COVID-19 recommendations. Pulse aquí para descargar el documento en español.
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Tools for Equitable Climate Resilience: Community-Led Research
Program: Resilient Cities & Communities
Resource Type: Tools and TemplatesWith the support of the Kresge Foundation, River Network embarks on the journey of exploring climate resiliency strategies and equitable engagement of communities in climate resilience work. Here, you’ll find the second of a two-part toolkit presenting… View Resource ›
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2020 Trends Report: Our Water, Our Future – State of River and Watershed Protection
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Resource Type: Publications, ReportsThe 2020 Trends Report Our Water, Our Future – State of River and Watershed Protection outlines current conditions of waterways in the US. including opportunities and threats to water quality and quantity, and provides an analysis of the diversity of t… View Resource ›
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Data Visualization Tools: Google Data Studio
Program: Water Science
Resource Type: WebinarThis web training will introduce participants to Google Data Studio, a free service that allows users to easily create and host live data dashboards, reports, and other data visualizations on your website. The training will cover how to access, format,… View Resource ›
Tools for Equitable Climate Resilience: Fostering Community Leadership
Program: Strong Organizations & Leaders
Resource Type: Tools and TemplatesWith the support of the Kresge Foundation, River Network embarks on the journey of exploring climate resiliency strategies and equitable engagement of communities in climate resilience work. Here, you’ll find the first of a two-part toolkit presenting… View Resource ›
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Water Quality Standards of the Delaware River Basin
Program: Water Law & Policy
Resource Type: WebinarThe objective of the Clean Water Act is to maintain the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of our Nation’s waters (CWA section 101(a)). What exactly does that look like for the Delaware River Basin? This session discusses water quality standa… View Resource ›
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Drinking Water: Community Action & Advocacy
Program: Drinking Water
Resource Type: WebinarJoin River Network and our community partners from around the Great Lakes for conversation about how to take action on drinking water in your community to ensure clean, safe, and affordable water for all. Speakers: – Alicia Smith, Junction Coalition of… View Resource ›
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Navigating End of the Year Giving in 2020
Program: Strong Organizations & Leaders
Resource Type: WebinarHear from River Network fundraising staff and other professionals in the field as they share advice and best practices for end of year giving to help finish the year strong and propel your organization into 2021. Additional Resources Donor Advised Fund… View Resource ›
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Making the Case for Equitable Water Infrastructure Investment, Repair, and Upgrades
Program: Drinking Water, Resilient Cities & Communities
Resource Type: WebinarDo you want updated drinking water and wastewater treatment plants and pipes, more rain gardens to reduce stormwater pollution and flooding, and opportunities to restore local rivers and floodplains? Do you want these infrastructure investments to crea… View Resource ›
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Recreational Uses in the Delaware River: Laying the Foundation
Program: Water Law & Policy
Resource Type: Publications, ReportsOur day-to-day lives and the focus of our work is affected by the regulatory environment in which we live. A relatively small proportion of the general population is aware of such terms as “designated uses,” “antidegradation,” and “impaired waters,” ye… View Resource ›