Supporters
The Water Means Life Foundation thrives because of the passionate individuals, organizations, and communities who stand with us in protecting Washington’s water resources. Our supporters share our vision of a future where water is recognized as a public right and preserved for generations to come. Through their generous contributions, advocacy, and shared commitment, they help us educate, litigate, and advocate for sustainable water management and environmental justice. Together, we are making a difference.
Meet Our Supporters
Here are just a few of the people who are so important in our cause.
James Davenport
Attorney and Activist
Founder of the Water Means Life Project and lifelong protector of our natural resources.
Lara Davenport-Ray
Environmental Engineer & Social Anthropologist
She is currently Executive Councilor for Climate and Environment at Huntingdonshire District Council, [UK].
Diane Heuchert Berg
An accomplished artist, painter, residing at Semiahmoo on Drayton Harbor. Her water colors of natural streams, bays, forests and natural scenes exhibit her high regard for the aesthetic values of water.
John Servais
A long-time resident of Fairhaven, Washington, is a publisher and owner of Northwest Citizen, featuring public opinion regarding the public’s interest in Puget Sound, the Salish Sea and the natural waters that flow to them.
Paul Berg
A retired school art teacher and fire-fighter residing near Drayton Harbor. His wood and stone sculptures, his thrown ceramics imbue natural motifs.
- Tip Johnson
- Lucky
- Dave Swanson
- Alan Chapman
- Sarah Brown
- Meg Jobe
- Ian Bakke
- Dan Tucker
- Doug Tolchen is founder of the Salish Sea Foundation, seeking to establish non-governmental assent to management of integrated land-sea archeopeligos conducive to cultural identity and healthy environment.
- Eric Hirst
- Mike Sato
- Amy Nelson
- Betsy Gross
- Marc Weimer
- Lissa Latham
- Keith Karlick
- Kim Clarkin
- Sheri Ward
- Gerry Thompson
- Jiggs Haines
- Callie Hamilton RE Sources
- Marielle Kanojia marlars@uw.edu (climate change and effects on fisheries)
- Alex Conley
- Terry Harrison
- Todd Paglia Stand Earth todd@stand.earth Bellingham
- Jacob Holland
- Hurst (Nooksack general counsel)
Join Our Community
Have questions about water policy or want to get involved? Contact the Water Means Life Foundation to learn more about our advocacy efforts and how you can contribute to protecting Washington’s water resources.