Become a Member
Join NRCM and turn your concern for the environment into action, helping us:
- Keep rivers and lakes clean 💧
- Protect forests and wildlife 🌲🦌
- Stop pollution at the source 🚫
- Advance affordable energy solutions ⚡
- Build a community that is moving Maine forward 🤝
Whether you give once, make a recurring gift, or choose any of our other gifting options, you can support Maine’s environment in whichever way works best for you.
Membership Benefits
As an NRCM member, you’ll receive:
Exclusive legislative and policy updates
Keep up with where Maine’s elected officials stand on issues and get our Legislative Priorities newsletter at the beginning of each session.
Action alerts that amplify your voice
Get timely email alerts on Maine environmental issues moving through the State Legislature, plus clear ways to take action year-round.
Discounts with sporting camps and Islandport Press
Enjoy member-only savings at participating Maine sporting camps and select guide services, as well as a 15% discount at Islandport Press, a leading publisher of Maine-based books.
Access to a community that cares about Maine as much as you do
Receive invitations to special events and webinars. Connect with like-minded individuals and meet with legislators at in-district meetings and in Augusta during State House Action Day, rallies, and other days-of-action.
Subscriptions to our newsletter and calendar
Stay informed year-round with a Maine Environment newsletter subscription and inspired with a copy of our Nature of Maine calendar.
NRCM Membership Levels
NRCM’s membership levels offer different ways to deepen your support for the work protecting Maine’s clean waters, wildlife habitats, and treasured natural places.
However you choose to give, your support helps ensure Maine’s environment has a strong voice for generations to come.
General Member
Support NRCM with an annual gift of any amount. We suggest a minimum contribution of $35, but every gift helps strengthen the movement protecting Maine’s environment.
Landmark Society
Make an annual gift of $100 or more and deepen your investment in protecting the forests, waters, wildlife, and communities that define Maine.
Katahdin Circle
Katahdin Circle members make annual gifts of $1,000 or more, providing leadership support for bold environmental advocacy and lasting protections across Maine.
Partner in Maine’s Future
Recurring donations provide steady, dependable support that allows NRCM to respond quickly to emerging challenges and sustain long-term environmental progress. Become a Partner in Maine’s Future with a recurring gift of any amount.
Wintergreen Society
Wintergreen Society members have included NRCM in their estate plans, helping protect the Maine they love for future generations.
More Ways to Give
Donor-Advised Funds
A donor-advised fund, or DAF, is like a charitable investment account for the sole purpose of supporting charitable organizations you care about.
Gift of Stock
Gifts of appreciated stock, bonds, or mutual funds are a simple and tax-efficient way to support NRCM’s work protecting Maine’s environment.
Make a Planned Gift
Leave a legacy rooted in clean water, healthy forests, protected wildlife habitat, and a future where Maine’s natural beauty continues to thrive.
Gift Membership
Share your love of Maine with an NRCM membership that connects friends and family to the work safeguarding our woods, waters, and wildlife all year long.
Honor a Loved One
A gift to NRCM in honor or memory of someone special is a meaningful way to celebrate someone’s connection to Maine and the natural places they love.
Workplace Giving
Workplace giving is a simple way to support NRCM through payroll deductions, where even small contributions add up to steady, meaningful support.
Corporate Matching
Many employers match charitable contributions, multiplying the impact of your support for NRCM. Check with your employer to see if your gift is eligible.
Business Support
NRCM partners with businesses that share a commitment to protecting Maine’s environment and supporting healthy communities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about donations, membership, tax receipts, recurring giving, and other ways to support NRCM.
What are the different ways I can give?
You can support NRCM through one-time gifts, monthly giving, donor-advised funds, workplace giving, planned gifts, and gifts of stock.
What’s the most effective way to donate?
One-time gifts make an immediate impact, while monthly donations provide steady, reliable support throughout the year. You can also give through donor-advised funds, workplace giving, planned gifts, or gifts of stock. Every contribution helps advance NRCM’s work to protect Maine’s environment.
Can I donate without becoming a member?
Most donations automatically include NRCM membership, connecting you to a community committed to protecting Maine’s environment. To opt out of receiving a membership, please contact support@nrcm.org.
How does my donation get used?
Your support helps NRCM advance science-based policies that protect clean water, conserve public lands, safeguard wildlife habitat, and address climate change. Contributions support advocacy, research, public engagement, and action that help secure lasting protections for Maine’s environment. Learn more about how NRCM uses your investments, here.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. NRCM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and gifts are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
What is NRCM’s tax ID number?
NRCM’s federal tax ID number is 01-0270690.
Will I receive a receipt?
Yes. All donors receive a tax receipt for their records.
Is there a minimum gift amount?
No. Every gift—no matter the size—helps support our mission.
How do I update my contact or mailing preferences?
You can update your contact information or mailing preferences by contacting support@nrcm.org.
How do I update information for my recurring donation?
To make changes to your recurring gift, including payment information or donation amount, contact support@nrcm.org.
Why am I still receiving renewal notices after I already donated?
Some mailings are prepared several weeks in advance, so you may receive a renewal notice after making your donation. If you donated within the past six weeks and received a tax receipt, your membership has already been renewed.
What is your privacy policy?
We respect your privacy. NRCM does not sell or share your email address or phone number. We may occasionally exchange mailing names and addresses with like-minded organizations for one-time use through a mailing service. You can opt out at any time. Read our full Privacy Policy.
Can I support NRCM if I can’t donate money?
Absolutely. You can sign up for NRCM emails, take action on environmental issues, attend events, or share NRCM’s work. Raising your voice and helping spread awareness strengthens this work in meaningful ways.
Meet Our Membership Manager
Have questions about membership, giving, or partnerships? Ella is here to help you plan your support. Whether you’re joining for the first time, exploring giving options, or looking for the best way to support NRCM’s work, she’ll guide you every step of the way.
