A Legacy of Conservation and Advocacy
For nearly 60 years, the Eno River Association has protected the natural beauty, culture, and history of the Eno and Little Rivers—preserving over 8,000 acres and opening seven public parks. But challenges like flooding, urban development, and climate change demand bold action. Your gift ensures these rivers remain vibrant and resilient for generations. Join us in shaping the next decade—donate today!
- $5,000 Helps purchase an acre of land to keep it undeveloped and accessible for future generations
- $1,000 Helps us gather and respond to feedback through community engagement efforts like our accessibility audit or ambassadors program
- $500 Supports the costs for a single student to become the next generation of Eno stewards through participation in an Eno summer camp
- $250 Covers burn certification for a team member, so we can tackle invasive species and manage our properties effectively year-after-year
- $100 Provides the basic tools needed by one of our site stewards to monitor and improve public access
Each dollar you give helps conserve land, steward our preserves, and bring Eno environmental education to every corner of our community. You are the foundation that keeps us steady through every storm and every season of change.
Join us in building a resilient watershed for all.
Give today to help the Eno River Association continue this vital work.
Online
Phone
(919) 620-9099 x207
Eno River Association
4404 Guess Road
Durham, NC 27712
Other ways to give:
Honor someone with a gift in their honor or memory. Your tribute gift protects open spaces and clean water. If provided, we will send your recipient a special greeting card or email notifying them of your gift.
While all donations support our land protection efforts, donors have the opportunity to designate their gifts specifically to conservation and stewardship of land along the Eno River through the Confluence Fund, Conservation Land Stewardship Endowment Fund, and Margaret C. Nygard Land Acquisition Fund. Learn more.
Stock transfers can be made to the Association for the Preservation of the Eno River Valley, Inc. at Wells Fargo; DTC Number 0141; Account Number 1212-3780.
Please allow a minimum of 2 business days for the transfer to be processed and the sale to clear. It can take up to 10 business days for the Association to receive the proceeds and issue a tax receipt.
Alert us of your incoming gift by emailing or calling us at 919-620-9099 option 4.
Looking for another way to gift stock? You can also give directly through Eno River Association’s page on DonateStock.com.
Donate your old car, boat, RV, motorcycle, or other vehicle by calling 855-500-7433 or filling out this web form. CARS will tow or haul the vehicle away, give you a receipt, and send Eno River Association the donation.
We are a registered charity with many of the major donor advised fund operators including the Triangle Community Foundation, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
Please use the following information:
Legal Name: Association for the Preservation of the Eno River Valley, Inc.
Address: 4404 Guess Rd, Durham, NC 27712
EIN: 56-1134204
We recommend you include your full name in the memo line to ensure accurate processing. Alert us of your incoming gift by emailing or calling us at 919-620-9099 option 4.
Leaving a bequest or estate gift to the Eno River Association can help protect the river, its waters, parks, trails, wildlife, and adjoining farmland beyond your lifetime. Learn more about types of bequest gifts or find sample language here.
We encourage donors who have made a planned gift to alert us via our Legacy Member acceptance form. Contact Development for more information.
Revamped membership programs launching in 2026!
The Eno River Association is reimagining how we celebrate and engage our incredible supporters. Beginning in 2026, we’re introducing refreshed membership programs that better connect your generosity to the impact it creates—protecting the Eno River, its parks, trails, wildlife, and communities for generations to come. Whether you give monthly, annually, or through a legacy gift, your contribution strengthens our shared mission to conserve and care for this beloved watershed.
This new program replaces our current membership, but existing members may continue donating through 2025 to enjoy current benefits through 2026.
For $5/month or $60/year, join as a Friend of the Eno and be part of a vibrant community of people who love and protect this river. Friends receive:
- A special member newsletter with behind-the-scenes updates
- An invitation to our Annual Meeting each fall
- Exclusive discounts from our store
To make membership accessible to all, we also offer a reduced rate of $2.50/month or $30/year.
The Wildflower Society recognizes our most generous donors whose leadership giving helps the Eno River Association grow and thrive.
Trillium ($1,000–$2,499): Includes all Friends of the Eno benefits, plus recognition in our Annual Report, an invitation to a pre–Annual Meeting Happy Hour, and special Eno merchandise.
Crested Iris ($2,500–$4,999): Includes all Trillium benefits, plus an invitation to a private guided wildflower hike.
Lady’s Slipper ($5,000–$9,999): Includes all Crested Iris benefits, plus an invitation to a private land stewardship event and a complimentary Eno calendar.
Blazing Star ($10,000+): Includes all Lady’s Slipper benefits, plus lunch with the Executive Director and the opportunity for recognition in select natural areas.
Our renewed Blue Heron Society honors those who include the Eno River Association in their estate plans—ensuring that their love for the river lives on beyond their lifetime.
Blue Heron members receive all Wildflower Society benefits and the deep satisfaction of knowing their legacy will help protect the Eno’s waters, parks, trails, wildlife, and farmland for generations to come.
Memberships expire annually, 12 months after your last donation. Sustaining Members will still receive one year of membership after canceling their pledge.
The Eno River Association is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. According to the IRS, your contribution that is deductible for federal tax purposes is limited to the excess of the fair market value of the donation over the value of any benefits or items received. If you receive a benefit at a later date as a result of this gift, you will be informed of its fair market value at that time.
You can recognize, honor, or celebrate a loved one while supporting a clean, free-flowing Eno River directly through our online giving form. Please provide a name and mailing address if you would like us to send a special greeting card to your honoree or their next of kin.
If you need to update your payment information (credit card or bank account), please call us 919-620-9099 x207. Alternatively, you can create a new pledge online, and email us to alert us that it will replace your previous pledge.
If you wish to change the frequency, amount, or cancel your monthly gift, you can email us to request the update. Alternatively, you can create a new pledge online, and email us to alert us that it will replace your previous pledge.
There are various ways to provide for the Eno in your estate plans. Many are explained here.
No matter which kind of planned gift you choose, to ensure the funds transfer smoothly, please use our legal information:
Name: The Association for the Preservation of the Eno River Valley, Inc.
Address: 4404 Guess Rd, Durham, NC 27712
EIN: 56-1134204
Eno River Association is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 919-814-5400 or 888-830-4989 for NC Residents.
