Double Your Impact This September
Every gift matched, dollar for dollar, up to $10,000
This September, two longtime Paddle Antrim supporters — familiar faces at our festival every year — are stepping up to match every gift made to Paddle Antrim, dollar for dollar, up to $10,000.
That means anything you give this month goes twice as far to protect our waterways and grow our paddling community.
“Supporting Paddle Antrim is our way of investing in the future. We want today’s children—and tomorrow’s grandchildren—to grow up connected to healthy waterways through adventure, stewardship, and time spent outdoors. We hope this matching challenge inspires others to join us.” — Grandparents of Ruby and Rigel
Who We Are
Paddle Antrim is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and enhancing the Chain of Lakes Water Trail. You don’t need to be a paddler, a festival-goer, or a longtime supporter to be part of this work — anyone who cares about clean water, safe outdoor recreation, and a healthy Northern Michigan can help make it happen.
Our work happens year-round, not just during our annual festival. With your support, we:
- Improve and expand paddling access so more people can explore our waterways safely and confidently.
- Provide paddling safety and environmental stewardship education to promote responsible recreation for paddlers of every skill level.
- Champion inclusive, community-driven outdoor experiences that connect people to the water — and to each other.
Why Your Gift Matters
With community support like yours, we’ve:
- Installed and improved water trail access sites in multiple communities
- Delivered hands-on paddling safety programs for hundreds of paddlers
- Trained volunteers to help care for the water trail and report issues
- Built partnerships to promote stewardship throughout the region
There’s still so much more to do — and this match makes your gift go further than ever.
How the Match Works
- Make a donation any time between September 1 and September 30.
- Your gift will be automatically matched, dollar for dollar, up to a total of $10,000.
- Once the $10,000 match pool is met, the match is complete — so gifts made earlier in the month are guaranteed to be matched.
No promo code or special instructions needed — every donation made during the campaign period counts toward the match.
Give Today
Every dollar you give in September will be doubled. Help us protect the Chain of Lakes Water Trail, expand access, and keep our waters safe and welcoming for everyone — for generations to come.