Support work that matters
The Blue Duck Foundation creates transparent, fully compliant pathways for individuals and organizations to support conservation, scientific research, environmental technology, cultural preservation, and humanitarian work — globally.
Good work has always existed. What's been missing is the infrastructure to support it responsibly. We're building that now.
Foundation Status — February 2026
The Blue Duck Foundation is legally recognized by the State of Texas (filed February 18, 2026) and is currently completing federal 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status with the IRS. Direct tax-deductible donations will open once federal approval is confirmed. In the meantime, there are several meaningful ways to get involved as a founding supporter.
Ways to support our mission
Whether you're a researcher, a donor, a professional with relevant expertise, or simply someone who believes in this work — there's a place for you here.
Founding supporter
Register your intent to support and be first notified when donation capabilities launch. Help shape our programs and priorities from the very beginning.
Register interestSkills & expertise
Contribute your background in conservation, renewable energy, law, finance, environmental science, technology, or community organizing to build real capacity.
Volunteer sign-upResearch partnership
Working on conservation science, environmental monitoring, renewable energy, archaeology, or humanitarian environmental work? Let's explore how we can support each other.
Explore partnershipsIntroduce us
Know a conservationist, researcher, community leader, or organization doing important work that could benefit from a transparent support pathway? Make the introduction.
Connect usAdvisory & strategy
Help us build the right programs, reach the right communities, and structure support effectively. We're early — your input at this stage carries real weight.
Offer guidanceStay informed
Subscribe to updates on our programs, partnerships, and opportunities as we grow. Know what we're doing, where we're going, and how to get involved when the time is right.
Subscribe nowPlanned giving levels
Once 501(c)(3) federal status is confirmed, these giving levels will fund specific programs, field research, and community initiatives across our global program areas.
Supporter
$25+Fund essential operations, outreach, and public education programs
- Quarterly updates on foundation progress
- Annual impact report
- Supporter recognition
Conservator
$100+Direct support for field programs, monitoring, and research partnerships
- All Supporter benefits
- Behind-the-scenes field and program updates
- Invitation to annual supporter events
Steward
$500+Fund meaningful conservation initiatives and international partnerships
- All Conservator benefits
- Exclusive project briefings and reports
- Recognition on website and in reports
- Input on program priorities
Guardian
$1,000+Major support for long-term programs and global conservation capacity
- All Steward benefits
- Annual meeting with foundation leadership
- Site visit and field program opportunities
- Strategic planning input
Larger gifts & institutional support
For major gifts, research grants, corporate partnerships, or international collaboration, we'd like to speak directly. Every significant partnership is built on personal conversation and mutual trust.
Our commitment to transparency
Transparency isn't a feature of The Blue Duck Foundation — it's the foundation itself. Every dollar raised, every program funded, and every outcome achieved will be publicly documented. We build systems for accountability from day one because we believe the people who support this work deserve to see exactly what it does.
Get involved from the beginning
Whether you're a future donor, a potential partner, a researcher looking for a pathway, or simply want to follow our progress — we'd like to hear from you.