2019 Virtual Annual Meeting - Friends of the Rouge

Friends of the Rouge (FOTR) presents the 2019 Virtual Annual Meeting. Held for the first time as a pre-recorded session, the FOTR team takes viewers through a recap of all the major moments of 2019.

Enjoy stories, vivid images, and a message of hope for a better future

The work done by FOTR in 2019 reflects an enduring dedication to preserve and protect the Rouge River watershed for future generations to enjoy. We celebrate and thank the incredible members, volunteers, and donors who give through FOTR for the Rouge.

Virtual 2020 Annual Meeting

The 2019 Annual Report elaborates further on what was presented.

View the 2019 Annual Report HERE

Award Ceremonies

This year we opted to honor our awardees with individualized virtual award ceremonies. Enjoy our videos from each presentation.

Stewardship Legacy Award: Sally Petrella

Young Environmental Leader: Roeper School

Best Friend of the Rouge: City of Livonia, Doug Moore

Stewardship Legacy Award: Michael Darga

Julie Rose Frentrup Outstanding Volunteer, Best Friend of the Rouge: Diane O’Connell

Best Friend of the Rouge: Sierra Club

Categories

Past Happenings
Click to learn more about past FOTR events.

Build a Better Future

You deserve a clean and healthy Rouge River for your loved ones to safely enjoy today and to leave to future generations. Show your commitment to restoring the Rouge River watershed ecosystem by becoming a member and friend today.

Volunteer

Volunteers (like you!) are the people who make it possible to restore and protect your Rouge River right here in southeast Michigan

Volunteer opportunities

Donate or Become a Member

Restore and protect the Rouge River ecosystem by becoming a member and friend today.

Become A Member

On Your Own

What you do in your yard can make a big difference to the health of the river and our whole ecosystem.

What You Can Do