Change doesn’t happen overnight—some victories take years. However, the results are worth every bit of effort.
Take protections for herring (an integral species in the food web that supports salmon and orca in the Salish Sea) habitat at Cherry Point, for example: it took five years to stop a coal terminal, and six more to pass protections preventing future fossil fuel expansion. The payoff? Healthier communities, cleaner air, safer waterways, and up to 18 fewer coal trains rumbling through our neighborhoods every day.
The reality is that meaningful change often takes years of persistent advocacy, while threats to our communities don’t wait. Recent flooding along the Nooksack and Skagit Rivers is a devastating reminder that homes, farms, habitat, and entire communities are at risk. Climate change is already impacting Northwest Washington. That’s why taking action right now is critical.
Why Monthly Giving Matters
Monthly supporters are the backbone of RE Sources’ work. Your consistent support allows us to:
- Track emerging threats
- Engage with policymakers and stakeholders
- Push for climate-resilient solutions that protect people and ecosystems
Your monthly gift ensures we’re ready to act, whether it’s advancing local policies, defending hard-won protections, or mobilizing our community to respond to urgent environmental challenges.
If you’ve supported RE Sources before, monthly giving is one of the most meaningful ways to deepen your impact.
Supporting local environmental advocacy—especially through RE Sources—is crucial because real change often starts at the community level. RE Sources understands the unique environmental challenges and opportunities we face here in Northwest Washington and works with science, policy, and education to address them head-on. Local action builds the foundation for broader impact. —Laura, monthly donor
Your support in action
In 2026, your monthly support will help us tackle urgent local priorities, including:
- Retiring the aging, polluting Post Point incinerators in Bellingham
- Protecting public health and water quality in Bellingham Bay through our Pollution-Free Salish Sea initiative
- Safeguarding the fragile Fidalgo Bay Aquatic Reserve at March Point
- Defending habitat protections near the Cherry Point Aquatic Reserve
- Protecting Lake Whatcom—the drinking water for more than 100,000 people
Even a small monthly gift grows over time—and when combined with support from other community members, it makes long-term victories possible.
Why Your Monthly Giving Works:
- Gives Consistent Support: Tackling our region’s biggest environmental challenges requires ongoing action. Steady support from people like you allows us to clean up beaches, advocate for policy change, and build the relationships necessary to protect our communities and natural resources.
- Maximizes Your Impact: Even a small monthly gift grows over time—and when combined with contributions from other supporters, creates results no one could achieve alone.
- Is Super Convenient: Set it up once, and your donation works automatically. You’ll receive a reminder if your card needs updating—simple, hassle-free, and efficient, so more of your gift goes directly to the work you care about. Plus, you can adjust your giving anytime using your donor account, which is easy to access via your email receipts.
- Gives You Access to Exclusive Perks: Sign up between now and January 31st to receive:
- $10/month: RE Sources Sticker
- $25/month: RE Sources’ MiiR Camp Mug
- $50+/month: $50 RE Store Gift Card
Every Month Counts
Some victories take years, but the threats to our communities don’t wait. Every month counts toward a stronger, healthier, and more resilient Northwest Washington. Your gift ensures we can:
- Track threats and respond quickly
- Engage with policymakers on climate-resilient policies
- Mobilize community action when it’s needed most
By joining as a monthly supporter, you’re not just donating—you’re becoming part of a community that shows up for the places we love year-round.
Together, we can build lasting change that protects our homes, waters, and forests. Start 2026 by taking action that lasts.