Give to the San Juans and orcas today. All gifts made by Dec. 31 will be matched!

What do you see?

This image contains a hidden a future. The fine grains of sand on this beach can sustain thousands of forage fish eggs – these eggs will become the small fish that sustain the Chinook salmon, that sustain the endangered Southern Resident orcas.

It’s your donation that will ensure that the future includes orca, salmon, forage fish, and natural beaches. We think that’s a future worth fighting for but we can’t do it without you.

For forty years, Friends has been protecting beaches like the one shown here, by working with property owners, cultivating youth and community stewardship, and restoration projects with partners.

Click here to make a special donation to Friends of the San Juans. Together we advocate, educate and protect what you love in the San Juan Islands and Salish Sea. All donations made before December 31st will be matched!

Thank you so much for your support!

We believe that our property is more valuable if we and our neighbors protect the shoreline. Orcas need salmon. Salmon need forage fish. Salmon and forage fish need the protection of eelgrass and kelp. Eelgrass and kelp need clean water. Shoreline protections are good for ecosystems and for the long-term economy of these lovely islands.

Val and Leslie Veirs

members, San Juan Island