Water Connects Us

Join us October 30, 2025, to celebrate 50 years of the Minnesota Weatherguide!

For this year's annual Water Connects Us fundraising event, Freshwater is thrilled to present the Minnesota Weatherguide 50th Anniversary Celebration on Thursday, October 30, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the CLA Connection Center in Eagan!

Join us as we recognize key Weatherguide contributors and partners while enjoying an inside look at how Minnesota's favorite calendar and almanac has evolved and flourished over the past half-century. Mark your Weatherguide for this once-in-a-generation event, and stay tuned for more details.

About Water Connects Us

Water Connects Us is Freshwater's annual benefit to connect around the role we can each play in protecting water now and for future generations!

Who should attend

Individuals who care about safe and clean water in Minnesota and want to know how they can help.
Members of organizations who work in water, this is a great opportunity to build relationships to collaborate cross sector more!
Members of community groups who focus on community public health and environmental outcomes.
Businesses who want to partner on clean water and sustainable water goals.
Teachers and students who want to learn more about water topics and careers.

Sponsor our 2025 event!

Sponsors receive generous marketing promotion and high visibility before, during and after the event. Plus, sponsorship demonstrates to your employees and community that yours company values clean, safe, sustainable water. Sponsors play a vital role in underwriting event costs, freeing up proceeds to support Freshwater’s research, policy and education work.

Please contact development@freshwater.org to discuss the right sponsorship opportunity for you.