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Success! Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Passes the Senate

Success! The Senate passed the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Act of 2026, legislation to reauthorize the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) through 2030 to help fund critical conservation projects across the great lakes region.

The bill now moves to the U.S. House of Representatives for consideration. Once approved by both chambers, it will be sent to the President to be signed into law.

If this passes, this federal legislation would reauthorize the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI), allowing the federal government to continue to accelerate its investment to restore and protect the Great Lakes – the source of drinking water for more that 42 million people – and to tackle serious threats including toxic pollution, runoff, habitat loss, and invasive species.

Read the GLRI Bill press release

GLRI is a critical funding source for the Indiana Dunes National Park to treat invasive species and restore wetlands within the National Park boundaries. GLRI also supports other regional organizations, including Save the Dunes! We currently have several GLRI projects that promote pollinator habitat and invasive species management across our region.  Without the reauthorization of GLRI, important projects like ours and so many more will no longer be possible.

The GLRI Act of 2026 would provide a critical increase in investment up to $475 million annually. The bill was introduced in February 2025 in the Senate by our very own Indiana Senator Todd Young, who signed on as a cosponsor! Thank you Senator Young! We are heartened to see such broad bipartisan support from the delegation on this important act. 

Why the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative is important: 

GLRI funding is essential to protecting and restoring Indiana Dunes National Park. It supports critical projects beyond regular park funding, helping preserve habitats, improve water quality, and protect the park’s natural beauty for visitors to enjoy!

Thank you for supporting this important bill! 

Sincerely,

Harshini Ratnayaka

Manager of Government Affairs and Policy

Jammin with Save the Dunes Cancelled

After careful consideration, Save the Dunes has made the difficult decision to cancel Jammin with Save the Dunes tomorrow due to the thunderstorms in the forecast. While we know this is disappointing, we hope you can understand that the health and safety of our guests, our staff, and our performers is our first priority. If you purchased tickets for the event, you will be receiving an email with details regarding refunds, or the option to donate your ticket cost to Save the Dunes. Thank you for your understanding and support! If you have any questions, feel free to email us at office@savedunes.org.

Purchase Your National Park Pass
from Save the Dunes!

Save the Dunes is now selling National Park Passes! Your Pass allows you to access any and all Indiana Dunes National Park beaches, trailheads, and parking lots while enjoying the beauty of the Indiana Dunes and beyond. 10% of funds from passes purchased through Save the Dunes will go directly to supporting our mission.

Email or call us at 219-879-3564 to schedule a time to purchase your pass at our office at 444 Barker Road, Michigan City. Or come see us at any of our in-person events! 

Pass Options:

  • 7-Day Indiana Dunes National Park Pass — $25
  • Annual Indiana Dunes National Park Pass — $45
  • Annual America the Beautiful National Park Pass — $80
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Happy #GivingTuesday!

Today is all about Getting Involved and Giving to the organizations you hold near and dear to your heart. We hope you will consider making Save the Dunes one of the organizations you support this year!

Your gift will be matched today thanks to our matching donors, Mark J. Mihalo D.D.S. Family Dentistry; CLH, CPA’s & Consultants; and Nancy Moldenhauer & Sharlene Livesay.  

Will you join their generosity by supporting Save the Dunes this Giving Tuesday?

Help us reach our goal of $8,500 by donating today!

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