Since 2009, the Choose Clean Water Coalition has harnessed the collective power of more than 300 organizations to advocate for clean rivers and streams in all communities in the Chesapeake Bay region. By coordinating policy, messaging, action, and accountability, the Coalition speaks louder with one voice toward our collective goal—clean water.

Our Mission

Together, we create a more inclusive and powerful network of advocates championing effective and equitable water policies.

Our Vision

A diverse movement that ensures clean water for people, communities, and wildlife throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed.

Our Values

We believe in a more just, equitable and inclusive society where access to clean water is a fundamental right. We are committed to:

• Authentic partnerships

• Collaborative action

• Power-building

• Collective impact

• Equitable outcomes

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice

The Choose Clean Water Coalition is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice so that everyone can realize and enjoy a healthy and prosperous community. We value and celebrate the differences that make our Coalition membership vibrant and effective. In an ongoing effort to more fully accomplish our mission and work towards equity and justice in all we do, we will build and integrate this commitment into our vision, organizational structure, steering committee, staff, policy goals, strategies, and tactics.

Our Strategic Plan

The Coalition’s 2022-2026 Strategic Plan outlines the roadmap for how the Coalition will address the tough challenges that lie ahead in our work for clean water and our approach and tactics to better reflect the communities that we serve, continue to amplify the voices of clean water champions, and advocate for strong clean water policies and programs.

Our Priorities

A core part of the Coalition's work is to coordinate our members on a variety of policy priorities that are impacting the Chesapeake Bay watershed through specific workgroups. These workgroups meet monthly and provide a forum for collaboration. The work of these workgroups extend beyond information sharing, as members join forces to create common resources, produce comprehensive advocacy campaigns, and coordinate shared messaging.

Our priorities include: