Promise Neighborhoods is an anti-violence and anti-poverty organization. We are black led, anti-racist, women centered, liberation based grassroots organization focused on community health and well-being. We take an epidemiology-based approach to address the systemic issues most affecting marginalized communities of the Lehigh Valley, including environmental health and justice.
Congressman Tom Kean Jr. Joins Environmental Organizations for Lake Hopatcong Tour, Celebrates Investments in Water Quality, Habitat Restoration, and Recreational Access
Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey — Congressman Tom Kean Jr. (NJ-7) joined the Lake Hopatcong Foundation, Musconetcong Watershed Association, the Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed, and the U.S Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) today for a boat tour of Lake Hopatcong in Morris and Sussex Counties, New Jersey, to showcase the crucial federal and state investments in environmental restoration that are currently underway in Congressman Kean’s district. Lake Hopatcong is a headwater to the Musconetcong River, which is New Jersey's largest tributary to the Delaware River.
Meet CDRW’s New NJ State Lead, Katie Perrone!
It is no surprise that the power of the Coalition comes from our 180 member organizations. More specifically the many talented, passionate, and dedicated individuals who work at those organizations and are making an immense difference in improving the health of the Delaware River Watershed - from the headwaters down to the Delaware Bay.
Over 14 million people rely on Our Shared Waters – Delaware River Basin Commission updates its key ‘Population Served’ number
By Sara Sayed, DRBC Water Resource Scientist
The Delaware River Basin is a powerhouse of culture, economy and history. Our Basin is also notable for its large size-to-service ratio, meaning the Delaware River Basin drains only 0.4% of land in the contiguous United States, but approximately four percent of the U.S. population relies on its waters for drinking, agricultural and industrial use.
Upper Delaware River Conservation Advocates Celebrate Progress
August 1, 2023 Highland, NY – A broad cross section of Upper Delaware River conservation leaders gathered at the refurbished Highland Access boat ramp on State Route 97 to highlight how federal and state funding programs are helping ensure the future protection and restoration of the Delaware watershed in New York.
August Events
Behind the Screens: A Glimpse into my CDRW Digital Communications Internship
For the past six months, I have had the amazing opportunity to work as the Communications Intern for the Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed (CDRW). This position has allowed me to explore a different side of the environmental sector and gain skills that will propel my career in environmental communication.