A Message from the Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited
The Truchas Chapter depends on your generous support to ensure our native trout waters are protected for future generations. This year we are challenged by the goal of raising $18,000 to support our 2026 youth education, community outreach and conservation initiatives.
Imagine this vision: The sun glistens on crystal-clear mountain streams, home to native trout thriving in their pristine habitat. Our children and grandchildren are enjoying the sound of rushing water, the thrill of a perfect cast – these are the experiences we cherish at the Truchas Chapter and seek to preserve.
But these vital ecosystems are under constant threat. Pollution, habitat degradation, and climate change are all impacting the health of our beloved streams and rivers and the fish that depend on them.
The Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited is dedicated to its mission of preserving, protecting, and restoring coldwater fisheries in the Rio Grande, Pecos and Gila River watersheds in New Mexico. We’re a passionate group of local anglers, conservationists, and community members working tirelessly to ensure these precious resources endure for generations to come.
Your Support Makes a Difference!
We rely on the generosity of individuals like you to fund our crucial initiatives to support our mission:
Inspiring the Next Generation of Stewards:
The future of our environment is in the hands of the next generation. That’s why our youth education programs are so important. Your support directly funds these critical initiatives, including:
- Our STEM college scholarship program
- Our highly successful Trout in the Classroom outreach program to thirteen schools
- The Indigenous and Hispanic Youth Fly Fishing Camp
- RiverSource’s watershed conservation education in the classroom, field workshops and in-the field youth internships
By investing in these programs, you’re not just supporting conservation education – you’re cultivating a new generation of conservation leaders.
Community outreach:
Fly fishing, fly tying and fly-casting community instructional programs & advocacy for cold water conservation initiatives with the community and elected officials. Our Quarterly Ales and Tales gatherings offer people a chance to meet with us in a relaxed and casual setting.
Stream and watershed restoration:
In collaboration with Trout Unlimited, the U.S. Forest Service, National Park Service, New Mexico Department of Game and Fish, and other dedicated organizations, we are actively restoring damaged streambeds and watersheds. Our work focuses on healing these ecosystems by cleaning up, planting native vegetation and improving crucial trout habitat in the Rio Grande, Pecos River and Gila River watersheds.
Suggested donation levels:
For individuals:
- Cutthroat — $1000+
- Brown — $250-$1,000
- Rainbow — $100-$249
- Supporter — $1-$99
For business and corporate donors:
- Gold — $1000+
- Silver — $500+
- Bronze — $250+
Sponsors and donors at these levels would receive a listing or logo on our website.
Your donated dollars stay close to home near the New Mexico streams and rivers you enjoy and in New Mexico youth conservation programs. Every contribution, no matter the size, is appreciated and needed.
Or, Donate by Mail
Send your check to: Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited P. O. Box 6487, Santa Fe, NM 87502
Your Support Makes a Difference
Your generous support allows us to protect New Mexico’s coldwater streams and rivers we all cherish. Here are several ways you can contribute and leave a lasting legacy.
Donate directly with cash, checks, stocks, bonds, mutual fund shares, real estate, and personal property.
To learn more, contact John Hanasack, Truchas Fundraising Chairman at 505-918-2275 or contact us at [email protected]
By setting up a recurring monthly gift, you provide a reliable stream of support that we can count on. It’s also an easy and budget-friendly way to give—starting at just $10 a month.
Set up your monthly donation TruchasTU.org/donate.
Make a tax-free gift from your IRA. If you are 72 or better, part of your required minimum distribution can be donated directly to Truchas. This gift won’t be counted as taxable income for you, while making a huge impact on our work.
Please consult your financial advisor for details.
Double your impact! Many companies offer a matching gift program. Check with your employer to see if your donation is eligible to be matched.
To learn more, contact John Hanasack, Truchas Fundraising Chairman at 505-918-2275 or contact us at [email protected]
You can ensure the future of our cherished rivers and streams for generations to come by including the Truchas Chapter in your will or estate plan.
If you have already included us, please let us know so we can welcome you to the Truchas Legacy Society. Members receive special updates and invitations to an annual lunch.
To learn more, contact John Hanasack, Truchas Fundraising Chairman at 505-918-2275 or contact us at [email protected]
Become a member of Trout Unlimited and connect with a community of like-minded individuals. Learn more at https://www.tu.org/
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Together, we can ensure the wild beauty and vibrant fisheries of our local rivers and streams thrive for all to enjoy
Thank you for your support!
— John Hanasack, Fundraising Chair, Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited Inc.