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We are a nonprofit organization that helps the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service deliver the mission of the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge.

We are an organization that helps the U.S. We are a member of the National Wildlife Refuge Association Friends groups and the National Wildlife Refuge System. The National Wildlife Refuge System Friends Program was established in 1996 to encourage and organize community involvement in activities of the National Wildlife Refuge System. Today, there are more than 240 Friends groups that play a vital role in helping the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service fulfill its mission of conserving, protecting and enhancing America’s fish, wildlife and plants and the habitats upon which they depend. Friends groups are private, independent, nonprofit organizations formed and managed by private citizens who support the mission and purposes of a national wildlife refuge.

09/16/2026

We have an incredible collection of auction items for 20th Annual Benefit Dinner. These are just some of the highlights:

✨A true collectors item!
A beautiful, leather bound edition of the Ducks Unlimited Canada, 50th Anniversary, Waterfowl of North America. This is a limited edition ( #901 of only 1250) printed in 1987.

✨Mackinac Island Trip
Bed and Breakfast Package for 2 at the Grand Hotel.

✨Pooch & Pour Basket
Toys for your dog and treats for you. Includes a custom hand knit sweater and photo shoot for your dog!

✨Detroit Lions Gameday Basket
Includes everything you need to make your gameday watch party a success!

✨Kayak Experience
Enjoy a day of outdoor adventuring!

…and so many more incredible baskets and unforgettable experiences!

Enjoy a wonderful evening filled with dinner, drinks, games, and exciting prizes—all while supporting a meaningful cause. Your participation helps make a difference, so gather your friends and join us for a night of fun, giving, and community. This is one night you won’t want to miss!

The 20th annual benefit dinner will be held September 24, 2026.

09/16/2026

✨It's almost time for our 20th Annual Benefit Dinner! We'd like to take this opportunity to thank our sponsors. None of this is possible without them.

Eagle sponsors - $10,000
ITC Holdings
DTE Energy Foundation

American Lotus sponsor - $5,000
BASF
Hugel-Egerer Family

Heron sponsor - $2,500
John and Pat Hartig
Life on Purpose Detroit
Veregy

Muskrat Sponsor - $1,000
Chief Charters Gibraltar
Shamrock Shindig Bar Hop
Bert Urbani and John Leon
Richard and Jeanne Micka
Pte. Mouillee Waterfowl Festival
Wayne County Community College District

Mallard sponsor - $500
First Merchants Bank

Table sponsors
Joann and Joel Van Aken
John Cullen
Joann and Bret Gonyea

✨It's going to be an evening you won't want to miss. Time is running out so get your tickets now! The link is in the comments.

08/05/2026

A wildlife hotel?! 🤯

08/05/2026

Go Lisa!

08/05/2026

Life on Purpose Detroit is making a documentary! Check out some fun clips about the work we do with DRIWR!

07/07/2026

The first drawing is TOMORROW, Wednesday, July 8, at 6pm. Get your tickets now for an extra chance to win! Follow the QR code or the link in the comments to buy tickets online.

The Go For Gold Raffle is now live. Tickets are only $20 for 5 chances to win! Follow the QR code or click the link in the comments to buy your tickets. The early bird drawing takes place July 8 so don't delay!

06/27/2026

06/26/2026

RSVP for John D. Dingell’s 100th Birthday Celebration at Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge! Wednesday July 8 from 1-4pm

Join me in celebrating John's 100th birthday. Come spend the afternoon at the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge enjoying the outdoors, sharing stories, and honoring our enduring friendship with Canada at North America's only international wildlife refuge.

RSVP here: https://tinyurl.com/3xkzhs87

06/18/2026

05/11/2026

Address

5437 W. Jefferson Avenue
Trenton, MI
48183

Telephone

+17343623735

Website

http://www.iwralliance.org/

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